An Aquarium Technician (Aquarist) is needed for a Northland located aquarium service center. This is a very flexible PT/FT position for morning and/or afternoon work, perfect for part time or college students. We provide the KC Metro (MO & KS) with over 35yrs of commercial and residential maintenance service for freshwater, saltwater and reef aquariums. If you currently maintain your own fish tank(s) or have done so in the past, you are exactly what we are looking for!

Primary Job Duties:

Regular cleanings of aquariums; gravel vac/cleaning, algae removal, water changes, etc. Removal and replacement of various filter media in hang-on, cannister and sump systems. Replacing decorations with new/clean ones. Replacing bulbs, light fixtures, heaters, pumps etc. Must be able to lift 40lbs (5g bucket of water) occasionally more. Although this is primarily a PT position, Monday - Friday, holidays off, you can still expect 25-35hrs per week. We can accommodate most schedules and will find one that suits our needs as well as yours. You must have a valid driver's license and dependable transportation as you will need to drive to service locations. Fuel costs will be reimbursed to you and the pay period is twice a month. Fish keeping experience is not requried but it is preferred. Starting pay is minimum wage or more depending on your knowledge and/or experience. We are currently looking to hire in the immediate future. Please send resume with work history and any pertinent, aquarist experience in your correspondence. Also, please put "fish" in subject line and remember to check your spam/junk folder for any correspondence from us. If you are planning to work part time you must be able to work within a 9 to 5 range. Thank you!

Pay:

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 25.0 - 35.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person