What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sea Life Park - Apprentice Aquarist position at Palace Entertainment?
Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.
Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the country’s largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark, Kennywood Park, America’s Oldest Amusement Park, Lake Compounce, the world’s first ever Cartoon Network Hotel, Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other family-friendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.
Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators, with more than 60 different assets (theme parks, zoos and marine parks, water parks and other attractions), spread out over various countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia.
We are currently looking for a:
Sea Life Park - Apprentice Aquarist
Roles & Responsibilities:
Roles & Responsibilities:
Prepare animal feed, supplements and medicines in prescribed portions.
- Feed animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
- Examine animals to detect illness, injury and/or disease, and to check physical characteristics, such as rate of weight gain/loss as well as abnormal behavior.
- Provide treatment to sick or injured animals as directed by supervisor.
- Fill out reports regarding animal behavior, dietary logs, maintenance logs, treatments etc.
- Carry out animal training as directed by supervisor.
- Perform work dives for habitat maintenance and animal training.
- Complete daily exhibit/habitat maintenance.
- Do facility laundry, clean, organize, maintain and disinfect animal habitats, equipment and work areas. Proper use of chemicals utilizing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
- Conduct educational talks for guests, provide accurate information and address guest questions in a friendly, professional manner.
- Provide excellent customer service to all customers.
- Welcome, instruct and deliver a positive experience for guests participating in interactive programs.
- Ensure safety for guests and customers at all times.
- Serve as instructor for classes and presentations.
Working Conditions: Indoors/outdoors, in/under water, during a variety of conditions. Ability to lift 30 lbs., majority of time spent walking, standing. Physical labor required.
Required Education / Experience:
1-2 years of demonstrated experience with marine animal care, including life support systems.
- A college degree in Biology, Zoology, or Marine Biology highly desired, but equivalent work experience will also be considered.
- Must be SCUBA open water certified and be able to pass a dive test.
- Must have CPR and First Aid Certification.
Team member benefits:
Why Palace Entertainment?
We truly believe that where you work matters and, as a theme park company, we like to think we know a thing or two about what makes people happy.
Palace Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health and wellness package
- 401k Savings and Investment plan
- Free admission to Palace Parks in the continental US
- A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase with your tenure with the company
When you join Palace Entertainment, you do more than simply advance your career. You become part of the Palace family, a group of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and deliver results.
If you’re ready to join our amazing team, please visit our website at
www.sealifeparkhawaii.com
- “Employment” tab - to explore all of our open positions and exciting opportunities.
Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!
