Asst Trainer Critical Care / Habitat Coverage

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY : Demonstrate excellent representation of the aquarium at all times through a positive, can-do attitude and teamwork focused work ethic.

Responsible for guest monitoring and interaction, habitat interpretation and public speaking, with periodic opportunities to assist with animal husbandry including diet preparation, habitat maintenance, record keeping, chemical additions, animal procedures, and training sessions as requested. As needs arise, responsible for overnight husbandry care of belugas and pinnipeds, including monitoring, record keeping and other husbandry duties.

Minimum Job Requirements : Must be willing to consistently provide excellent internal and external customer service above and beyond expectation. The overnight shift coverage is 12 am to 8 am.

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline preferred.
• One-year paid entry level experience with care and training of marine mammals, or equivalent 2 years of related experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to pass a swim test required.
• SCUBA certification and ability to pass dive physical preferred.
• Requires schedule flexibility, as primary shift will be overnight and will include evenings / weekends / holidays and overtime, and willingness to shift between various marine mammal areas for support.
• Multi-lingual, Spanish speaking preferred.
• Public presentation experience and comfort preferred.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety / Security