Husbandry Assistant [Part Time/Seasonal]

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on tickets and passes

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is looking for enthusiastic individuals for a seasonal role supporting the Zoological team in San Antonio, Texas. Responsibilities include maintaining animal habitats, assisting with shows, and making daily observations.

Applicants should be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma. Experience with animals is preferred. The position offers various perks including free park admission and discounts on food and merchandise.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior experience working with animals preferred.
• Ability to pass SeaWorld pre-employment swim test.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic operational support during shows and tours.
• Assist with food preparation and maintaining animal habitats.
• Make daily animal observations and report concerns.

Skills

Communication skills

Animal husbandry knowledge

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SEASONAL POSITION

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 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.
• Perform daily husbandry tasks including food preparation, 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 guests.
• Make daily animal observations and report any concerns to leadership staff.

What It Takes To Succeed

• At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience working with animals preferred
• Ability to pass SeaWorld pre‑employment swim test
• 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

The perks of the position

• 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.