Husbandry Assistant

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!
 

Position Summary

The Husbandry Assistant is responsible for supporting daily husbandry and care to a wide variety of species.  As a Husbandry Assistant, you will be assigned to an animal area(s) with responsibilities that support the full-time teams and the mission of the Zoological Department.  These area tasks may include:

• Ensuring park maintenance teams and vendors safely access animal habitats for repair and new construction.
• Ensuring animal and human safety during construction projects and maintenance work
• Observation and data collection of animal behavior
• Providing for animals’ best wellbeing with attention to animal behavior and habitat maintenance
  
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
   
• Support the full-time zoological specialist team with area tasks as needed.
• Support animal husbandry and wellbeing for a variety of species including large and potentially dangerous animals.
• Assist the veterinary team by reporting out animal observations and concerns
• Use strong observation skills to evaluate animal health and behavior, communicating concerns to appropriate team members and management for further evaluation.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with ambassadors and guests within a team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving guidelines.

• A positive, team-minded attitude and desire to grow in your career.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) allowing for efficient and professional communication with teammates and management.

• A strong work ethic with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities appropriately.
• The flexibility required to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• The desire to promote conservation messages to various audiences.

• Ability to work in a physically demanding work environment in a variety of outdoor weather     conditions (ex. dust, extreme heat, cold, rain).
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs as needed in the specified area.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, climb, and squat as needed in the specified area.
• Ability to follow all park safety guidelines and standard operating procedures for the specified area.
• Ability to complete all provided SEA training as assigned.

• Flexibility in work locations/animal areas as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities.

• Able to work at least 28 hours per week, with a flexible schedule to include mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnights.
• Must attach resume to be considered for this role.
• Compensation Range - $14 hour.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working around animals in a zoo or farm setting
• Experience working in a team environment

Perks of the Position:

As part of the SeaWorld family, you’ll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:

• Accrual-based Paid Time Off
• SEA Employee Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• SEA Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

If you’re looking for the opportunity to make the most of your abilities in a one-of-a-kind setting with an entertainment industry leader, we’re looking for you!

Join the team.

Posting Information

Thank you for considering SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment in your employment search. We appreciate the time you took to complete an online application.

Once your application and resume have been reviewed, you will be contacted should your qualifications prompt further consideration. Please note that there are a limited number of positions available, and submitting an application does not guarantee receipt of an interview or a position.

We invite you to visit our websites at
http://www.seaworldcares.com and
http://www.seaworld.org to learn more about our organization and our culture.
 

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways
   

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.