Sea Life Park Apprentice Trainer

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose : Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—Heartspitality—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

Role

Sea Life Park Apprentice Trainer

Overview

Provide support services to experienced animal trainers and gain the knowledge and proficiency necessary to become an active team member in animal training and care. This is an apprenticeship period where on-the-job training is essential. The apprentice will observe, assist, and acquire second-hand experience. New apprentices will not interact with any animal unless directed to do so by management.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform apprentice-level duties for the care and training of each animal
• Responsible for proper food preparation, sanitation and distribution
• Administers safe and appropriate feeding
• Acquire knowledge of basic training and vocabulary
• Effectively use Approximations
• Acquire knowledge of proper animal husbandry
• Be able to identify each animal by name
• Acquire a firm knowledge of each animal's history
• Acquire experience in safe and proper handling, restraint, and transportation of animals
• Acquire experience with public contact by performing in shows / presentations and speaking in front of an audience
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Team Member Benefits

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