Job Description

Job Title: Keeper - Aquarium Birds FLSA Status: Non-exempt Classification: Full-time Hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (anticipated days off to be Tuesday/Thursday) Pay Rate: Range starts at $18.62/hour Summary: We are seeking a keeper in the Aquarium Birds department. The keeper in the Penguin/Alcid department are responsible for the daily feeding, cleaning, and general care of the three exhibits in the Kingdom of the Seas Aquarium. This includes, but not limited to the Penguins and Alcids. This position reports to the Birds Supervisor. Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to):
Daily care of animal collection
Record daily feed and animal observations.
Animal enrichment
Monitor behavior and changes in animal health.
Assist veterinary staff with procedures of animals in collection.
Perform cold water diving.
Interact with zoo guests and provide informational facts on aquarium birds.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
B.S., B.A. in Biology, or related field preferred.
Must be 18 years or older.
Scuba certified preferred.
Knowledge of propagation, incubation, hand rearing techniques, operant conditioning, and enrichment techniques.
Open Water I certification preferred.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to swim proficiently.
Candidates might be required to pass a pre-employment background check, drug test, negative TB test, and possess a valid drivers license with a good history. Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
Will sometimes work extended/odd hours including weekends, holidays and some night programs.
Must be able to walk long distances across the zoo.
Ability to work long hours in adverse weather conditions.
Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, bend, twist, reach above head and climb.
Will lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds using safe and proper lifting methods.
DISCLAIMER The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC.

Job Tags

Full time, Long distance, Night shift

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Keeper - Aquarium Birds Job at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, Omaha, NE

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