Top 86 Zookeeper Jobs in Houston Tx

Zookeeper III, Hoofstock
Houston Zoo —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Public speaking
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Zookeeper III, Elephants
Houston Zoo —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Bookkeeper
Elevator Transportation Services, Inc. —Pasadena, TX
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Mid-level
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Broodmare Manager at Quarter Horse Raising & Training Facility
Brigadoon Farm —Alvin, TX
- $600 - $1,200 a week
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
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Biologist
Aquarium —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Mouse Research Assistant II
MD Anderson —Houston, TX
- $21.63 - $32.69 an hour
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Ranger
Houston Zoo —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Planner - Gate keeper
NOV Inc. —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
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Research Technician I - Suzuki lab
Houston Methodist Academic Institute —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- English
- Residential
Animal Care Attendant
Baylor College of Medicine —Houston, TX
- $29,414 - $32,067 a year
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- University
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Animal Care Attendant
Houston, Texas USA —Houston, TX
- $29,414 - $32,067 a year
- Rotating shift
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- University
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Animal Wrangler
The Bio Dude Inc —Webster, TX
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Geotechnical Lab Technician/ Warehouse keeper
Tolunay-Wong Engineers, Inc. —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Warehouse
- Entry level
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Animal Technician South Campus Husbandry
MD Anderson —Houston, TX
- $19.62 - $29.42 an hour
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Clinic experience
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Yoga Teacher for Vinyasa-Based Heated Yoga & Sculpt Studio
YogaSix Clearlake Reserve INC —Houston, TX
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- Leadership
Supervisor, Sea Lions & Penguins
Houston Zoo —Houston, TX
- Extended hours
- OSHA
- Bachelor of Science
- Maintenance
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Concierge
Spring Cypress AL and MC —Cypress, TX
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Part-Time Veterinary Customer Service Representative
VCA Animal Hospitals —Sugar Land, TX
- Part-time
- Maintenance
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Animal Nutrition Coordinator
Houston Zoo —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Ship Agent
Odfjell USA Houston Inc —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- English
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
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Zookeeper III, Hoofstock

Houston Zoo -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Free parking
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Zoo experience
Research
Driver's License
Exotic animal handling
Diving operations
Productivity software
Scuba diving
Facilities routine maintenance
Routine maintenance projects

Full Job Description

A successful candidate for this position is motivated, energetic, and a team oriented individual with good problem solving, written/oral communication, and organizational/interpersonal skills. This candidate will have solid knowledge in operant conditioning, implementation of animal training and enrichment programs, as well as, being comfortable with public speaking.

Our Mission: Houston Zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife.
Our Vision: Houston Zoo will be a leader in the global movement to save wildlife.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Carries out all aspects of the daily care of assigned animals including cleaning, feeding, exhibit maintenance, general upkeep of support facilities.
Maintains clean and organized exhibits, holding areas, service areas and equipment.
Prepares and feeds appropriate diets as per established feeding practices and diet sheets.
Administers prescribed medications, supplements, or treatments under the guidance of the veterinary and supervisory staff.
Records and reports any abnormal animal health or behavioral issues to the Zoo Supervisor.
Maintains daily reports, logs, training and enrichment records, research, or veterinary records, as appropriate and according to established guidelines; requires basic skills with TRACKS and Microsoft Office software applications.
Understands and applies behavior-based husbandry; improves the quality of life of animal collection by providing enrichment and training opportunities.
As appropriate, maintains water quality through filtration, balance of chemical elements, and sanitation methods for aquatic or semi-aquatic animal species.
As appropriate, maintains live exhibit plantings to enhance exhibit aesthetics; eliminates weeds and toxic plants from animal enclosures.
In conjunction with the Pest Control team, assists in pest control using exclusion or traps.
Identifies potential maintenance or safety issues and reports them to the Zoo Supervisor.
Participates in keeper chats, tours, animal presentations or demonstrations, and/or other public interactions as requested by the Zoo Supervisor.
Assists with departmental research projects, conservation, AZA, or other industry activities as directed/approve by the Zoo Supervisor or Curator; provides support for the Zoo projects.
Exhibits good teamwork and communication skills both within the home team and when working with other teams or departments.
Required to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Demonstrates proficiency in all duties and all assigned work areas within a specified timeframe.
Serves as a point of contact for area staff, veterinarians, Facilities staff, and/or other departments in the absence of a Zoo Supervisor.
Assists with training, mentoring, and may oversee and direct activities of interns, volunteers, and other area Keepers.
Assists Zoo Supervisors in the oversight of team projects.
Assists in the development and implementation of area standard operating guidelines.
Serves as a positive role model for interns, volunteers, and other keepers and staff.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the roles AZA zoos play in conservation and saving animals in the wild.
Actively pursues feedback and other resources to improve leadership skills and helps to improve such skills in other team members.
Contributes to saving animals in the wild through reduction of waste, water and energy use and inspiring guests and staff to take wildlife protection actions.
Contributes to other operational priorities as needed.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in animal care at an AZA or equivalent facility, gained through employment or internships.
Must have or be able to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license.
Must be dive certified or the ability to be certified (select animal departments).
Must be active members of the dive team to do routine maintenance and cleaning of the aquatic environments, following all dive protocols (select animal programs).

ABOUT HOUSTON ZOO

The Houston Zoo is made up of many moving parts with over 6,000 permanent residents (our animals) for whom we provide housing, meals, medical care and, yes, even education! There are over 2 million guests each year who come to experience our incredible variety of animals and ecosystems, as well as attend special private and public events and entertainment. Our dedicated staff works around the clock to ensure that the Zoo is always running smoothly for the safety and well-being of our residents and guests. We strive to ensure the protection of all the counterparts of the animals we have at the Zoo and in the wild. Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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
Full-time, regular positions are offered the following benefits.

Medical and Prescription Drug
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 / Health Savings Account
401k, with employer match

Full-time and Part-Time, regular positions are offered the following additional benefits.

Free Zoo Membership
Free Guest Passes
Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs
Free parking

Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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