Husbandry Assistant - Animal Trainer

LM SERVICES CORPORATION GROUP•St. Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting the day-to-day husbandry operations in the Aquarium. Primary responsibilities include the care and wellbeing of all animals under the facility’s care; maintenance of all habitats; and positive team approach within the Life Sciences Department.

Requirements

Excellent guest interaction/entertainment/interpretation skills
Good organizational and time management skills
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions well
Excellent at working independently and within a team
Professional demeanor, reliable, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and dedicated to the mission of zoos & aquariums
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Strong listening, presentation and decision-making skills.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to read, listen, and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to access and input information using a moderately complex computer system.
Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
Requires the ability to perform the physical, visual, and hearing requirements in the working conditions below.

Responsibilities

Clean, maintain, and repair animal habitats.
Clean and maintain Life Sciences areas.
Diet preparation and feeding of animals.
Observe and communicate any animal health concerns.
Care for, handle, and work safely with a variety of live animals, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.
Provide superior guest interactions.
Maintain up-to-date electronic and hard-copy records on animal husbandry and maintenance, as necessary.
Maintain collaborative relationships with Guest Experience Department and the Aquarium Foundation.
Maintain positive and professional representation of animals, life sciences department, and institution.
Compliance with health and safety standards in accordance with local municipality, state and federal rules and regulations.
Compliance of all policy and procedures.
Assist in emergency situations to minimize damage, loss or injury to guests, team members, animals or company property.
Other duties as assigned.