Invertebrate Keeper
Moody Gardens, Inc.•Galveston, TX
•$18 - $23•Onsite
About The Position
The Invertebrate Keeper is responsible for the daily care and maintenance of assigned animal exhibits, ensuring the health and well-being of the animals. This role involves maintaining clean and professional environments, assisting with animal treatments and movements, and communicating any issues to senior staff. The position also requires participation in public presentations and facility maintenance. The ideal candidate will have basic knowledge of terrestrial invertebrate husbandry and APHIS compliance.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in the handling and care of animals preferred.
- Must be organized, self-motivated, with a desire to see projects through to completion.
- Must be able to swim and, if required in work area, be willing to obtain dive certification.
- Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation.
- Must have a strong desire to work with animals and provide them with the best care available.
- Must have good observation skills.
- Must work with other employees, volunteers and the public in a polite, patient and professional manner.
- Must be willing to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays.
- Be available to work as scheduled.
- Be organized and self-motivated.
- Have good observation skills.
- Basic knowledge of terrestrial invertebrate husbandry.
- Working knowledge of APHIS compliance.
Nice To Haves
- Willing to obtain dive certification if required in work area.
Responsibilities
- Report to work location by scheduled time.
- Maintain clean, professional appearance.
- Perform daily routines as scheduled.
- Maintain appropriate animal records.
- Assist with animal treatments as directed.
- Assist with animal movements as directed.
- Conduct yourself in a helpful, patient manner with staff, volunteers and guests.
- Participate in various public presentations, with or without animals.
- Communicate problems with animals and exhibits to Senior Biologist/Curators.
- Follow Moody Gardens call out procedures as well as communicating with the team when you are unable to come to work.
- Observe and maintain assigned areas.
- Report supply needs to Senior Biologist / Curators.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
