Organization: SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
(AZA Member)
Location: Orlando, Florida, United States
Job or Internship: Job
* Those interested in applying for this position please apply at www.seaworldjobs.com *
Requirements and Competencies
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid state driver’s license and be able to obtain a company driver’s license
• Must pass SeaWorld swim/dive test and SeaWorld diving physical
• Must be able to complete provided CPR training/certification
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be SCUBA certified
• Must be available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts
Desired Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Science or a related field preferred
Primary Responsibilities
• Basic Food preparation and feeding of animals in specific aquarium area
• Utilize proper aquarium maintenance techniques for algae removal, display diving, and aquarium decorating
• Basic water quality testing, chemical additions, salt water make up, pH and temperature testing
• Perform aquarium husbandry techniques including taxonomy, record keeping, aquarium filtration, aquarium theory, and emergency procedures
• Assist in basic animal transports
• Assist with minor repairs to aquarium filtration systems
• Answer guest questions concerning aquarium animals
Working Conditions
• Chemicals
• Indoors/AC
• Indoors/no AC
• Outdoors/Weather
• Outdoors/Shaded
• Protective Gear
• Water Exposure