Aquarist

Nemacolin Career • Farmington, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Nemacolin is seeking to fill a key position in our Wildlife department that is responsible for maintaining proper lighting in an exhibit, diagnosing animal health, maintaining water quality, and building exhibits. Aquarists must be comfortable using a wide range of tools. The list of equipment aquarists typically uses includes hand and power tools, ladders, and scaffolding; fishing equipment and collection gear; plumbing equipment, lighting equipment, and pressure sprayers; and life support equipment. Aquarists have an extremely varied set of responsibilities and therefore need an equally diverse range of knowledge and skills to do their jobs. The personal characteristics aquarists identified as being important for this profession also reflect this variety: self-motivation, creativity, a willingness and ability to learn, resourcefulness, intuition, thoroughness, and the ability to work with others are just some of the key qualities that aquarists believe are important in order to do their jobs well.

Requirements

• An AS or BS degree in Zoological or Biological Sciences is preferred; however, an equivalent combination of education and relevant hands-on experience will also be considered
• 2 + years of professional experience in the field of marine aquatic animal care at a zoological facility. Specifically salt water
• Self-motivated
• Versatile
• Possessing a very high work ethic

Nice To Haves

• Scuba certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintain exhibit aesthetics
• Maintain life support
• Maintain water quality
• Maintain support areas
• Acquiring specimens
• Feeding specimens
• Maintain animal health
• Propagating Specimens (aquaculture)
• Designing Exhibits
• Installing exhibits

Benefits

• Paid training and continuous learning opportunities
• Leadership development and accelerated leadership pathways
• Mentorship, coaching, and cross-functional experience
• Monthly recognition opportunities for associates, leaders, and teams
• Competitive compensation
• Attractive 401(k) program
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available
• Paid time off
• Educational and career advancement support
• Savings across resort dining, retail, spa, and activities
• Discounted associate meals, dry cleaning, and uniform services
• Exclusive access to The Rec Center, The Market, The Pub, and the Wisteria associate community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree