Seasonal Husbandry Assistant Sr. - SeaWorld

SeaWorld • San Diego, CA

5d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team! The Senior Husbandry Assistant provides basic support to Zoological team as it relates to maintaining animal habitats; food preparation and basic husbandry tasks. Senior Husbandry Assistants also provide support for shows, presentations, interaction programs while ensuring a safe and enjoyable guest experience.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience working with animals preferred
• Must have completed ARC Lifeguard Certification as a Deep Water Lifeguard.
• You must successfully pass the company provided and paid American Red Cross certification trainings to include CPR and AED
• You must pass regular swim tests and in-service/safety audits
• You must be comfortable with heights and diving into water
• Ability to pass SeaWorld pre-employment swim test
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a company driver’s license
• Strong English communication skills
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Basic math skills
• Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, overnight, and holidays
• Ability to complete all legal, company and department training requirements
• Consistently practices safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations
• Must be willing to comply with and ensure team members comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards
• Practice safe work habits, including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with animals preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform supporting roles and/or operational support during shows/tours/presentations.
• Role would not involve direct contact with animals unless in an emergency with direct support/direction of a leadership member.
• Perform daily husbandry tasks including administration of vitamins as directed, food preparation, maintaining a safe and sanitary working area for all animal living habitats.
• Assist guests and zoological staff in preparation for interaction programs and education for of guests.
• Make daily animal observations and report any concerns to leadership staff.
• Ability to learn and operate MPR registers, book interactions in Global Reservation system. Depending on venue placement.
• Interact with guests while implementing park safety guidelines

Benefits

• Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED