Husbandry Assistant, Aviculture
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, San Antonio, TX, United States
At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
What you get to do:
This role provides basic support to Zoological team (Aviculture) as it relates to maintaining animal habitats; food preparation and basic husbandry tasks. Husbandry Assistants also provide support for shows, presentations, and interaction programs. You will:
- Perform supporting roles and/or operational support during shows/tours/presentations. Role would not involve direct contact with animals unless in an emergency situation with direct support of a leadership member.
- Perform daily husbandry tasks including food preparation, exhibit cleaning and maintenance, maintaining a safe and sanitary working area for all animal living habitats.
- Assist guests and zoological staff in preparation for interaction programs and education for of guests.
- Make daily animal observations and report any concerns to leadership staff.
- At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience working with animals preferred.
- Must be able to swim.
- Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a company driver's license.
- Strong English communication skills
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Basic math skills
- Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, overnight, and holidays.
- Ability to complete all legal, company and department training requirements.
- Consistently practices safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting, and reporting of unsafe situations.
- Must be willing to comply with and ensure team members comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards.
Part-time ambassadors are year-round employees. They will be scheduled in accordance with our operating schedule and will need to be available weekends, 4-6 days a week during spring break and summer, as well as holidays. Hours may vary based on business need on a year-round basis.
The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
- FREE park admission
- Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
- Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
- Scholarship opportunities
- Exclusive employee events and giveaways
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.