Aquarium Department Associate

Petswarehouse; North Lindenhurst (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Commission available

Wide variety of aquatic livestock

Supportive, family-owned business

Opportunity to expand aquarium skills

Job summary

Petswarehouse is seeking a dependable individual to join our Aquarium Department. You will work with both livestock and customers to maintain healthy fish systems and provide informed guidance for aquarium care.

The role emphasizes hands-on aquarium experience, caring for live fish and corals, and helping customers select appropriate livestock while ensuring a clean, well-stocked department.

Qualifications

• Base knowledge of freshwater and/or saltwater aquariums is required.
• Ability to identify common fish species and understand their care requirements.
• Friendly, professional customer service skills.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain freshwater and saltwater aquarium systems.
• Care for live fish, corals, and aquatic livestock.
• Perform routine tank maintenance and water changes.
• Test water quality and monitor livestock health.
• Assist customers with livestock selection and aquarium care.
• Receive and acclimate new livestock shipments.
• Keep the department clean, organized, and well-stocked.

Skills

Freshwater aquariums

Saltwater aquariums

Fishkeeping

Customer service

Job description

Do you have a passion for aquariums and a solid understanding of fishkeeping? We're looking for a dependable, knowledgeable individual to join our Aquarium Department.

This position is ideal for someone with hands‑on aquarium experience who enjoys working with both livestock and customers. You'll play an important role in maintaining healthy fish systems while helping customers make informed decisions for their aquariums.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain freshwater and saltwater aquarium systems.
• Care for live fish, corals, and aquatic livestock.
• Perform routine tank maintenance and water changes.
• Test water quality and monitor livestock health.
• Assist customers with livestock selection and aquarium care.
• Receive and acclimate new livestock shipments.
• Keep the department clean, organized, and well-stocked.
  

Qualifications:

• Base knowledge of freshwater and/or saltwater aquariums is required.
• Ability to identify common fish species and understand their care requirements.
• Friendly, professional customer service skills.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently.
• Retail experience is a plus, but not required.
  

What We Offer:

• Employee discount.
• Commission available based on sales
• Opportunity to work with a wide variety of aquatic livestock.
• Supportive, family-owned business.
• Opportunity to expand your aquarium knowledge and skills.