What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquarist, Diver/Tender - Part Time position at Aquamoon, LLC?
Aquarium Diver (Aquarium Operations & Maintenance)
Employment type: Part-Time:
16 hrs per week
- $22- 25 per hour
General Description:
Performs dive maintenance or associated tending for large aquariums primarily for scientific duties including cleaning and feeding fish. Ensures high quality service is delivered to our clients.
Approximate % of time: Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities:
70%: Performs specialized animal care duties involving entrance into exhibits using SCUBA.
20%: Performs other feeding, filter maintenance and exhibit cleaning tasks as assigned.
10%: Responsible for the hygiene of areas surrounding aquariums and filtration.
Requirements:
Valid Open Water dive certification is required. Will consider candidates who are not SCUBA certified but who can become certified shortly after hire.
Education: B.A. or B.S. in Biology or related field with course-work in zoology, aquatic biology and chemistry preferred.
Experience: One year in a retail aquarium store, hatchery or public aquarium preferred.
Aptitude in science and art/design is preferred.
May be required to work unusual hours or on unscheduled days during emergency type circumstances.
Strong interpersonal skills needed.
Must have good hearing, visual acuity, and be able to lift 50 lbs.
Please submit 3 references with your resume.
Benefits:
Our benefits for this role include: Paid Time Off, Flexible hours, 401k/Matching
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Why do you want to join our team?
- Do you have previous aquarium keeping experience? If so, give a brief summary of your experience.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25