Husbandry Assistant

What you'll bring to the team

Husbandry Assistant (Part Time) - SEA LIFE Dallas

As a Husbandry Assistant at SEA LIFE Dallas , you’ll be the Animal Welfare Host who helps keep our underwater world thriving every single day! You’ll work alongside our Displays team to support the daily care, feeding, and life-support system maintenance for a diverse collection of animals—ranging from elasmobranchs and fish to reptiles and invertebrates .

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine animal care, cleaning, and aquarium display maintenance

• Use an enthusiastic, upbeat, and confident guest service style while demonstrating the Merlin Values in every interaction

• Support Displays staff with husbandry and life support to ensure excellent animal care standards

• Prepare diets, feed animals, and maintain aquatic exhibits following established protocols

• Help with specimen transports , including water quality testing , quarantine support , and assisting with fish health needs (including diagnosis and treatment support)

• Maintain accurate daily records for aquarium systems and animal exhibits

• Interact with guests, management, veterinarians, and others as needed to support animal welfare and daily operations

• Assist with ongoing improvements and development of display areas based on long-term company goals

• Perform daily public presentations when needed

• Take on other reasonable duties that support the team and the role

Qualifications & Experience

What You’ll Bring

• A High School Diploma or GED

• An interest in Science or Animal Care Fields; experience in or working towards a degree in these fields preferred

• This role is designed as a great first animal care position

• A willingness to learn and follow established animal care protocols

• A friendly, confident approach to guest interactions

• The ability to be enthusiastic, assertive, and passionate about helping animals thrive

Benefits

Benefits of Joining Merlin Entertainments!

Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions.

Recognition Programs and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements and hard work!

401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions.

Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth.

Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us!

Ready to be a part of the magic? Apply today and start your adventure with Merlin Entertainments! ✨

Pay Range

From USD $16.00/Hr.

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At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!

Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.

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Location (Country-State-City) US-TX-Grapevine, TX

Job ID 2026-13580

Employment Type Part-Time

Offer/Contract Type At Will (US Only)

Location Name SEA LIFE Dallas