Warehouse Fish Lab Technician

PetSmart; Bethel (Berks County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

3 and 4-day work weeks

Health & Wellness Benefits

Shift Differentials

Pay for Performance

Referral bonus

401k plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Associate discounts

Paid time off

Career pathing

Development opportunities

Job summary

PetSmart in Bethel, PA is seeking a Fish Lab Technician to manage aquatic animal health, perform water quality testing, and maintain fish systems. The role requires critical thinking, 3+ years in aquatics, and knowledge of freshwater fish. Flexibility for shifts and potential related duties may apply.

The position is hourly, with benefits and the usual PetSmart work culture. Training and safety standards are provided for equipment operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science degree preferred, but not required.
• Ability to think critically as related to assignments.
• 3+ years experience in an aquatics environment.
• In-depth knowledge of freshwater fish.
• Experience as a Pet Care Manager would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Manages the health of aquatic animals and performs water quality testing.
• Maintains fish systems and performs diagnostic testing and medication formulation.
• Uses knowledge to solve problems and perform daily tasks with safety and quality.
• Performs cycle counts and adheres to PetSmart values.

Skills

Critical thinking

Quality focus

Teamwork

Safety adherence

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Water testing equipment

Fish health tools

Job description

Fish Lab Technician

About Life at PetSmart

Our associates are the heart of Team PetSmart. Together, we're building the best team in retail through our values-based culture, connection, and teamwork. Our goal is to create a culture where associates learn and grow together, thrive as effective teams, and challenge each other to be the best they can be.

Benefits that benefit you

• Paid weekly
• 3 and 4-day work weeks
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Shift Differentials
• Pay for Performance
• Referral bonus
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Associate discounts
• Paid time off
• Career pathing
• Development opportunities

Job Responsibilities

Manages the health of aquatic animals. Performs water quality testing, fish system maintenance, fish health diagnostic testing and formulates/administers medication. Performs cycle counts.

Uses knowledge of operations, methods and prior experience to solve problems and/or recommend solutions.

Performs daily work assignments while demonstrating the behaviors that support PetSmart's success: Productivity, Quality, Reliability, Safety, and adherence to our Values.

What we are looking for

Bachelor’s of Science degree (biology, chemistry, or natural science) is preferred, but not required. Requires ability to think critically as related to assignment. Requires proficiency typically obtained with 3+ years experience in an aquatics environment. Must have an in-depth knowledge of fresh water fish and be able to visually identify numerous species. Experience as a Pet Care Manager would be helpful for this position. May need to provide additional support for shifts other than assigned shift, requiring flexible work hours as needed.

• Apply basic instructions and procedures and responds to standard requests which may be written, oral, by headset or walkie talkie
• Ability to bend, twist, stretch, push, pull and carry and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable alternating between standing, sitting and or walking for an entire shift which is typically 10-12 hours
• Willing and able to operate powered industrial and mechanical equipment including but not limited to reach truck, standups, dock stocker and pushcarts *proper training and safety standards are provided
• Work in various temperatures and noise levels

PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our application process, upon request and as required by law.

Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)

The employer will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law.

This posting reflects an existing vacancy, and we are actively seeking candidates for this role.

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into. Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. This position is paid on a per hour basis. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for benefits as described at https://benefits.petsmart.com/us/