Our animals thrive when their water is fresh, just like we do! Our Aquatics Team works to make sure Fiona, Bibi, our manatees, penguins and other aquatic family members have the best habitat in which to live and play. In support of this, you will perform work on aquatic features in a variety of animal areas as well as some non-animal aquatic features.

Horticulture Irrigation Technician

The Horticulture Irrigation Technician is responsible for the daily operations of the irrigation department that includes all irrigation on zoo grounds and greenhouses. Duties include, but are not limited to, maintaining, repairing, upgrading existing systems, and designing new systems in conjunction with the Horticulture Manager.

Essential Functions
Maintenance of Zoo irrigation systems.
Repairing damage to Zoo irrigation systems.
Designing and/or upgrading systems as needed for new plantings, exhibits, animal welfare, etc.
Daily updates to Horticulture Manager about progress, completion, or new work orders.
Point of contact for Irrigation tasks.
Maintains inventory of tools and supplies.
Complies with company safety policy.
Ensures a positive guest experience by communicating with guests in a professional and courteous manner.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud when on Zoo grounds. The employee may be required to be near animals.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, sit, crawl, and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position.
Shifts: Sunday – Thursday OR Tuesday – Saturday

Requirements
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with irrigation systems
Valid Driver’s License
Proof of Current Auto Insurance
Must have a clean driving record
Must be able to pass Drug Screening
Must pass a Background Screening

Preferred Requirements
Rainbird Training
CIT and/or CID Certification

Compensation
$17.00 per hour
All Zoo Employee Benefits
All Full-Time Zoo Employee Benefits

Reporting Structure
Reports to Horticulture Manager

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned, or existing duties may be modified, at any time to meet the needs of the organization.

Memphis Zoo is a drug free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

By submitting your application, you hereby certify that the facts set forth in the above employment application are true and complete to the best of your knowledge.
I certify that the information provided on this application is truthful and accurate. I understand that providing false or misleading information will be a basis for rejection of my application, or if employment commences, immediate termination.
I authorize Memphis Zoo to contact former employers and educational organizations regarding my employment and education. I authorize my former employers and educational organizations to fully and freely communicate information regarding my previous employment, attendance, and grades. I authorize those persons designated as references to fully and freely communicate information regarding my previous employment and education.
If an employment relationship is created, I understand that unless I am offered a specific written contract of employment signed on behalf of the organization by its CEO, the employment relationship will be “at-will”. In other words, the relationship will be entirely voluntary in nature, and either I or my employer will be able to terminate the employment relationship at any time and without cause.
With appropriate notice, I will have the full and complete discretion to end the employment relationship when I choose for reasons of my choice. Similarly, my employer will have the same right. Moreover, no agent, representative, or employee of PARC INC, except in a specific written contract of employment signed on behalf of the organization by the CEO, has the power to alter or vary the voluntary nature of the employment relationship.
EEOC AND INCLUSION STATEMENT The Memphis Zoo believes that human diversity is as important as the biodiversity we seek to conserve. World-class zoos are comprised of world-class team members representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply. The Memphis Zoo is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. If you need to request any accommodation for the interview or hiring process, please let Human Resources team (HR) know. HR can be contacted at [email protected]. The Memphis Zoo participates in E-Verify and is an EEO/ADA/Veteran employer.

ZooTampa is looking for a full-time Animal Care Associate to join our Aquatics team. Duties include, but are not limited to, responsibility of husbandry of animals in collection, exhibit and holding tank maintenance, the acquisition, transport, and care of aquatic specimens, maintenance of life support systems, and maintaining proper water quality. Working knowledge of all aquarium animals including fish, elasmobranchs, invertebrates, and aquatic reptiles. Exhibit diving and cleaning.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for providing administrative and technical support for the John Ball Zoo’s Aquarium team. They will coordinate tasks and provide professional administrative support for one or more project teams. There are a variety of tasks related to project plans, tracking project progress, preparing reports, identifying interdependencies, and ensuring that the work is completed as needed. They will facilitate collaboration and communication ensuring that all duties are completed accurately, on time and with the highest quality.

Who We Are:
At John Ball Zoo, our mission is to inspire our community to be actively engaged in the conservation of wildlife and our natural environment. John Ball Zoo has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums since 1983 which assures excellent animal care and a dedication to conservation. As one of the top attractions in Grand Rapids, we welcome over 700,000 guests each year who can experience over 2,000 animals of over 230 species that represent the beautiful wildlife living in our world! We are passionate about our mission focused on education and conservation but know that our 120+ full time and 350 seasonal people guided by our core values accomplish this mission. Our core values are:
Conservation
Education
Community
Celebrate
Compassion
The John Ball Zoo is in the initial planning and design phases for a large-scale regional public aquarium to be built in the Grand Rapids area. This aquarium will be housed on an independent site but will be a subsidiary of the Zoo. The Aquarium Project Coordinator position would serve on the internal aquarium development team and will directly support this project’s progression.

Reporting to a departmental lead the position provides support for the Water Quality laboratory through physical and chemical analyses of freshwater and saltwater samples for water quality monitoring for the health and wellbeing of the Steinhart Aquarium’s living collection. The position is primarily responsible for daily water sample collection, chemistry testing, quality control, data entry, troubleshooting, and laboratory maintenance. The Water Quality Laboratory oversees the following Aquarium operating systems: water quality monitoring for all habitats, salt water management, chemical inventory, and instrument maintenance.

About the Water Quality Team:
The Water Quality Team is integral to the living aquatic collections of the Academy’s work. The team is responsible for the daily water testing and monitoring for the aquarium department, which is essential for the aquatic living collection’s health. The Water Quality Team is one of the teams within the Steinhart Aquarium. The Aquarium is a collaborative, supportive and innovative department that promotes a culture of trust, accountability and respect.

Under the direction of the Director of Husbandry, the Life Support Systems Manager leads both the Life Support Systems and Water Quality teams. The LSS Team is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of all life support systems, both aquatic and terrestrial, while the Water Quality Team runs the Water Quality Laboratory in which water quality testing and analysis of salt and fresh water occurs. The Life Support Systems Manager uses independent judgment and critical thinking to problem solve, collaborate with team members, both within and outside of the LSS and Water Quality teams, and provide all necessary direction to LSS and Water Quality staff and volunteers. This role is a vital participant in the leadership of the Living Collections Department.

Position: Horticulturist II

Reports To: Horticulturist Manager

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Salt Lake County, Utah is currently recruiting for a Horticulturist II position.  This is an ever expanding facility, soon to be the fifth largest aquarium in the United States, in a fast pace environment working with a diverse collection of plants.  There is plenty of sun, snowboarding/skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor fun experiences!

Critical Skills/Competencies:

Attention to detail
Excellent troubleshooting skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Working knowledge of best management practices on plant care

While this job description attempts to describe the essential functions of the position, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. The overall work environment while performing this job includes exposure to weather conditions and the noise level is usually moderate. The employee is expected to adhere to all policies and to act as a role model in adherence to the policies.

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Salt Lake County, Utah is currently recruiting for a Saltwater Aquarist III position.  This is an ever expanding facility, soon to be the fifth largest aquarium in the United States, in a fast pace environment working with a diverse collection of marine animals.  There is plenty of sun, snowboarding/skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor fun experiences!

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Salt Lake County, Utah is currently recruiting for an Assistant Curator of Saltwater position. This is an ever expanding facility, soon to be the fifth largest aquarium in the United States, in a fast pace environment working with a diverse collection of marine animals. There is plenty of sun, snowboarding/skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor fun experiences!

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Salt Lake County, Utah is currently recruiting for an Assistant Curator of Saltwater position. This is an ever expanding facility, soon to be the fifth largest aquarium in the United States, in a fast pace environment working with a diverse collection of marine animals. There is plenty of sun, snowboarding/skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor fun experiences!