Invertebrate Keeper

Moody-Gardens,-Inc.-Resort-and-Attractions; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody Gardens in Galveston, TX seeks an experienced Animal Care professional to perform daily husbandry tasks, maintain records, and assist with treatments and animal movements. You will participate in public presentations with or without animals and report any animal exhibit issues to the Senior Biologist/Curators.

Candidates should be organized, motivated, and able to swim; diving certification may be required. Valid driver's license and willingness to work weekends/holidays are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be organized, self-motivated, with a desire to see projects through to completion.
• Must be able to swim and, if required, be willing to obtain dive certification.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be willing to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Report to work location by scheduled time.
• Maintain clean, professional appearance and work areas.
• Assist with animal treatments and movements as directed.
• Maintain appropriate animal records and assist with public presentations.
• Communicate problems with animals and exhibits to Senior Biologist/Curators.
• Follow call-out procedures and communicate when unable to come to work.

Skills

Public interaction

Observation skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Swimming ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProfessional Animal CareReport to work location by scheduled time.Maintain clean, professional appearance.Perform daily routines as scheduled.Maintain appropriate animal records.Assist with animal treatments as directed.Assist with animal movements as directed.CommunicationConduct yourself in a helpful, patient manner with staff, volunteers and guests.Participate in various public presentations, with or without animals.Communicate problems with animals and exhibits to Senior Biologist/Curators.Follow Moody Gardens call out procedures as well as communicating with the team when you are unable to come to work.Facility MaintenanceObserve and maintain assigned areas.Report supply needs to Senior Biologist / Curators.WORKING CONDITIONSSubject to the possibility of bites and stings. Work in water, both man- made and natural, with temperatures ranging from 45 - 90oF. Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more), walking, bending, crawling and working within a wet environment. Outdoor work on occasion, under variety of conditions ranging from seasonal to extreme: cold weather, hot weather, rain, mud, ocean environments, and dry land. Availability for overtime, both non-emergency and emergency situations.This job requires basic knowledge of terrestrial invertebrate husbandry; as well as working knowledge of APHIS compliance.POSITION REQUIREMENTSHigh School diploma or equivalent. Experience in the handling and care of animals preferred. Must be organized, self-motivated, with a desire to see projects through to completion. Must be able to swim and, if required in work area, be willing to obtain dive certification. Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation. Must have a strong desire to work with animals and provide them with the best care available. Must have good observation skills. Must work with other employees, volunteers and the public in a polite, patient and professional manner. Must be willing to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays.Related StrengthsBe available to work as scheduled.Be organized and self-motivated.Have good observation skills