What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquarist position at Bass Pro Shops?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Aquarist has the ability to provide husbandry care for the animals housed at Bass Pro Store and executes related work to maintain the exhibits. This role scuba dives to clean aquariums, performs fish feeding shows, and analyzes water quality via multiple instrument testing.
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 snakes, alligators and ducks.
- 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
- Class E driver’s license
- Limited mechanical and plumbing experience
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
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings and holidays
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- N/A
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift, push or pull 50 pounds
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
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!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
