Aquarist Resume

Just like humans, the fish and acquatic animals too need clean and safe environment to survive. This job of providing them food, water, and a comfortable temperature is done by aquarists. Aquarists work for marine species that are held captive in an acquarium at a zoo or a public park for the entertainment of people. Their duties is to feed fish and other marine species, maintain temperature and keep tanks clean, repair equipment, assist in presentation, and provide educational and entertaining information to visitors. Some employment settings may also ask them to travel and collect specimens from oceans, rivers, and lakes. Besides zoos and theme parks, aquarists also work in laboratories and research facilities.

You can start an aquarist career with a bachelor's degree in marine biology. As a stepping stone, you can work as an intern at an aquarium. With relevant education and experience, you will also need a professional aquarist resume. The resume must highlight all the required skills such as strong attention to detail, good physical stamina, problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills. If you can mention a CPR certificaiton on the document, it will increase the probability of selection.

Aquarist Resume Sample

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James K. Ware
2872 Walkers Ridge Way
Lisle, IL 60532
Phone: 318-302-5099
Email: james.ware@anymail.com

Job Objective:

Certified and experienced aquarist with outstanding work ethics seeking a senior position at 'ABC World Aquarium' where I can use my expertise and knowledge in providing ultimate care to marine species.

Summary of Skills:

• Ability to monitor water quality, maintain comfortable temperature in the aquarium tanks, and repaire equipment
• Capable of preparing food for different marine species as per the dietary instructions set up by the supervisor
• Hands-on experience in capturing sick animals for veterinary treatment, and quarantining them for medication
• Sound knowledge about conducting guest shows in front of public, and display exhibits to provide education to visitors
• In-depth information about quarantine measures and methods to maintain the right pH levels of water in aquarium tanks
• Capable of doing live feeding to sick marine species
• Excellent physical stamina, and attention to detail

Work Experience:

Senior Aquarist
Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium, Lisle, IL
July 2016 – Present

• Assigning duties to junior aquarists for proper feeding, and maintaining water quality in separate tanks according to the need of species
• Collaborating with US Fisheries to create awareness about endangered aquatic species, and protecting rare animals
• Assisting veterinary specialists in check ups, minor procedures and treatment of white sharks, tiger sharks, jelly fishes, dolphins, and sea horses by restricting their movements during medication
• Performing necropsies, restraints on ailing aquatic animals, amphibians, alligators, crocodiles and administering medicines prescribed by the doctor
• Conducting regular checkups to determine the water pH level, and replacing tank water with fresh water if found improper for the species
• Performing dives into huge aquarium tanks using HOOKAH and SCUBA equipment to clean the habitats
• Training aquatic animals in the aquarium for performances, and organizing weekly shows for school students, children

Aquarist
Sea World Theme Park, Lisle, IL
December 2014 – June 2016

• Observed and maintained dietary requirements for different animals like 7 harbor seals, amphibians, and nurse sharks
• Created special quarantined tanks for sick animals, and administered medication as prescribed by doctors
• Redesigned old tanks in the theme park by adding artificial coral fragments in the tanks to create a more sustainable environment
• Prepared dietary plans for special aquatic animals in the theme park to raise Rockhopper, Little Blue and African Penguins, which increased visitors by 56% over weekends
• Supervised new aquarium staff over the maintenance of fresh water and salt water levels in different aquarium tanks depending on the species
• Maintained aquarium equipment by performing regular checks
• Participated in international seminars and workshops pertaining to care of aquatic animals, and endangered species

Internship:

Aquarist
Atlantis Aquarium Center, Lisle, IL
October 2012 – November 2014

• Assessed water quality by understanding ph factor, clarity level, and chemical composition of water in various tanks to determine the condition for marine species
• Monitored ailing and sick fishes, octopus in the center, and reported any abnormal behavior to the supervisor
• Operated and maintained a variety of specialized aquarium equipment to ensure a proper habitat for the center's sea animals
• Initiated educational shows by live performing acts of harbor seals over weekend which increased crowd by 25%
• Assisted veterinary doctors to perform medical examinations of ailing animals like sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, and other aquatic species
• Performed clerical work and updated the aquarium's database by maintaining record of diet, health, habitat for each animal in the center with the help of RFID tags
• Participated in missions that involved rescuing juvenile sharks from pirates and rehabilitating them at the aquarium

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology
  National Louis University, Lisle, IL
  2012

Certification:

• Scuba Diving Certification, 2013
  Certified in First Aid and CPR, 2014

Reference:

On request.