Aquarist

Position Summary

The aquarist will provide husbandry care for the animals housed at Bass Pro Store and executes related work to maintain the exhibits. SCUBA dives to clean aquariums, performs scheduled fish feeding shows, services the entire Life Support System (LSS) for all exhibits and analyzes water quality via multiple instrument testing. This is a customer-facing position and requires a positive attitude when interacting with our guests.

Essential Functions

• Maintains animal life support systems, i.e. plumbing, pumps, filters, foam fractionators, heaters, and other aquarium components.
• Maintains familiarity with all aspects of LSS including electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Completes all items on assigned maintenance schedule.
• Performs fish feeding shows (diving and narration).
• Assists in record keeping for all the exhibits including holding tanks.
• Prepares and distributes diets for all animals.
• Performs water quality tests and analyzes the results for trends or potential issues.
• Provides general care for all animals in the collection.
• Performs biopsies and assists in the identification of parasites and other problems.
• Provides objective reporting to management on animal behavior and health.
• Travels to local sights to perform maintenance tasks and pick up supplies.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

Experience & Qualifications

• Certified Scuba diver (must provide copy of dive certification)
• Certified First Aid / CPR / AED
• Clean driving record and must pass a Motor Vehicle Record check
• Previous experience working with elasmobranchs preferred
• Limited mechanical and plumbing experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Ability to observe and act upon relevant changes in animal behaviors and conditions.
• Adaptability with a changing schedule when working with animals.
• Understanding of practical principles of animal behavior and the ability to work with live animals safely.
• Demonstrate an ability to troubleshoot a system with a systematic approach to problem solving.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings and holidays.

Travel Requirements

Periodic travel to support Bass Pro Shops collection management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push or pull 100 pounds.
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop.
• This position exposes the employee to various heights, ladders, catwalks and stairs.

Independent Judgement

Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Choosing from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments.

Pay

Starting Pay Rate: $23.00 - $25.75

Benefits

• Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!