Husbandry Assistant

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

Compensation: $14 per hour

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 drivers 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

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.