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Aquarist

SEA LIFE Arizona, 5000 S Arizona Mills Cir #145
Tempe, Arizona, 85282
United States

About The Role

The Aquarist position at SEA LIFE Arizona is part of the Displays team.  The position will be full time hourly with benefits.  This team member will perform the routine husbandry and maintenance required of SEA LIFE’s marine, freshwater, and reptile displays, reporting to the Displays Curator.  

About Us

SEA LIFE Arizona offers development in all aspects of Displays from Life Support and water chemistry to exhibit design and animal husbandry, therefore is a great place to expand your skill set within this industry. Furthermore with multiple sites across the United States, there are always opportunities for career growth.

Responsibilities

·         Provide daily care of animal exhibits including diet preparation, feeding, general care and maintenance of aquatic displays in accordance with established protocols.

·         Assist the displays team with the management and oversight of all husbandry and life support of aquarium systems while ensuring a consistently high standard of animal care and displays presentation throughout all public and behind scenes.

·         Maintain and prepare accurate daily records for aquarium systems and exhibit specimens.  Interacts with guests, management, veterinarians, and other individuals as required.

·         Assist the Senior Displays staff with the husbandry and life support of aquarium systems while ensuring a consistently high standard of animal care.

·         Assist with specimen transports, water quality testing, quarantine, diagnosis and treatment of fish disease.

·         Assist in the continual development of the displays areas in line with the long term goals of the company.

About You

·         A clear history of working with a variety of marine and freshwater species of fish and invertebrates in a professional setting.   

·         Previous experience with the maintenance and operation of life support systems including sand filters, UV sterilizers and protein skimmers is beneficial.

·         Able to identify common fish diseases and experience of treatments

Required Education

·         A Bachelor’s degree in Biological sciences is beneficial although not required. A clear passion for all things aquatic is the most important credential

Other Requirements 

·         Ability to obtain and hold a current First Aid and CPR certification.

·         Ability to obtain and hold valid Driver’s License.

·         Ability to work weekends and flexible hours.

·         Must pass a pre-employment placement physical.

About The Benefits

In return you will find a competitive salary and benefits package (including a medical, vision, dental, life insurance and 401(k) matching plan offering), share program opportunities, and benefit from free entry to all of our Merlin attractions which also extend to family and friends. 

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Aquarist

Tempe, AZ, United States

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