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Aquatic Ectotherms Keeper

Fort Worth Zoo -
Fort Worth, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Dependent health insurance coverage
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Zoo experience
Writing skills
Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Diving operations
Scuba diving

Full Job Description

Summary:
The responsibility of this position is to maintain and care for a variety of animals within the Bait Shack, Great Barrier Reef and Mountains and Deserts as directed; to assist veterinary staff as needed; and to perform a variety of activities relative to the assigned area of responsibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide necessary husbandry parameters and appropriate environments for species in assigned areas
All animal enclosures should be kept clean (i.e., interior/exterior glass, regular substrate siphoning and water changes, uneaten food removed, etc.)
Animal enclosures should be completely stripped and cleaned as needed (i.e., disease or parasite problem, if the animal dies, if a new species is moved into the enclosure, if the substrate and props are dirty, etc.). Some systems will require more frequent tear-downs dependent upon treatment regimens, number of specimens, and bio load
Water chemistries are to be conducted on a regular basis following all protocols
All dangerous animal enclosures and locks are to be checked for security purposes daily and any problems relayed immediately to supervisor
All animals and life support systems (LSS) should be checked daily and observations should be noted in TRACKS. Health Alerts should be submitted as needed and all major findings should be reported to a supervisor immediately
Provide appropriate back-up coverage as relief keeper (use check sheet, record observations, accurate communication, clean and feed, etc.)
Abnormal feeding patterns should be noted in TRACKS and reported to supervisor (i.e., if animal misses three feedings in a row, regurgitation, has trouble catching or eating prey, etc.), as well as discussed at weekly staff meetings
Carry out animal diet directives from management. Discuss any diet, supplementation, or feeding change requests with supervisor
Check out with supervisor before leaving at the end of the day and relay any pertinent information/updates verbally
Maintain all animal records. Each animal must have an updated cage card (if applicable) and records in TRACKS
Animal training and enrichment directives assigned by management are to be implemented within instructed time frame and recorded in TRACKS
All venomous animal protocols are to be strictly followed
All diving protocols are to be strictly followed. All diving equipment must be properly used, maintained, cleaned and stored. Each dive is to be recorded in Dive Log and TRACKS
Maintain safe and clutter-free work environment
Keep all work areas and building parameter clean and free of debris
Monitor building temperatures and equipment. Report malfunctions to supervisor
Conduct routine filter changes and backwashes as scheduled or indicated by water chemistries. Check flow meters daily and replace as needed
Act in a professional and courteous manner with coworkers and zoo visitors Present keeper talks as scheduled
Be respectful of coworkers, maintain a positive work environment and team atmosphere
Manage time appropriately to complete daily routine and work on extra projects
Live prey and food cultures are to be properly maintained and in adequate supply
Public and keeper work areas are to be kept organized and clean (i.e., floors swept and mopped daily, cobwebs removed, shelves, exhibits, light fixtures dusted, etc.)
Specialty bulbs should be hung at an appropriate distance from the tank (varies for bulb type). Bulbs should be replaced as needed (indicated by using the light meter). Readings should be recorded after installation and 6 months thereafter using the light meter. All readings should be written in TRACKS
Animal equipment should be cleaned properly after use to prevent disease transmission and stored properly. Footbaths are to be used when requested by management and should be maintained daily and used properly
When animal sections are redistributed, the current keeper is to: conduct visual inspection of animal with supervisor and new keeper, discuss current husbandry procedures and any pertinent behaviors or other relative information. All records are to be complete and updated prior to transfer
A target species list is to be submitted to supervisor as requested each year. This list should include detailed environment manipulation information, physical description of enclosure, substrate and props, timeline and any desired changes to husbandry and feeding regimens
Fulfill other duties as assigned in Animal Programs Keeper job description

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must have one year of zoo keeping experience
Scuba certified for Aquarist position
Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability

Must possess ability to:

Work independently in the absence of immediate supervision
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, zoology, animal behavior, biology, ecology, psychology or related field preferred
Specialized training in zoology or a related field desirable but not required

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or or move up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Team oriented environment
Ability to work irregular hours (holidays and weekends)
Exposure to a variety of domestic and wild or potentially dangerous animals; animal odors and animal body fluids
Exposure to all types of inclement weather conditions
Exposure to chemicals (cleaning, water chemicals, additives, etc.)
Ability to work special events and functions as required
This position may be safety sensitive
This position may work around animals susceptible to specific diseases, thus may be subject to regular tuberculosis and rabies titer testing, and the routine use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, face masks

Disclaimer
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits
This is a full-time position and offers the following benefits:

Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)
Vision
Dental
Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
Supplemental Life
Flexible Spending Account
401k
Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)
PTO Rollover
PTO Sell Back
Free Zoo Membership
Free Guest Passes
Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs

Job Details

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Hourly

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