Fish Lab Technician

Fish Lab Technician

About Life at PetSmart 

Our associates are the heart of Team PetSmart. Together, we're building the best team in retail through our values-based culture, connection, and teamwork. Our goal is to create a culture where associates learn and grow together, thrive as effective teams, and challenge each other to be the best they can be.

Benefits that benefit you 

• Paid weekly
• 3 and 4-day work weeks
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Shift Differentials
• Pay for Performance
• Referral bonus
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Associate discounts
• Paid time off
• Career pathing
• Development opportunities

Job Responsibilities

Manages the health of aquatic animals. Performs water quality testing, fish system maintenance, fish health diagnostic testing and formulates/administers medication. Performs cycle counts.

Uses knowledge of operations, methods and prior experience to solve problems and/or recommend solutions.

Performs daily work assignments while demonstrating the behaviors that support PetSmart's success: Productivity, Quality, Reliability, Safety, and adherence to our Values.

What we are looking for

Bachelor’s of Science degree (biology, chemistry, or natural science) is preferred, but not required. Requires ability to think critically as related to assignment. Requires proficiency typically obtained with 3+ years experience in an aquatics environment. Must have an in-depth knowledge of fresh water fish and be able to visually identify numerous species. Experience as a Pet Care Manager would be helpful for this position. May need to provide additional support for shifts other than assigned shift, requiring flexible work hours as needed.

• Apply basic instructions and procedures and responds to standard requests which may be written, oral, by headset or walkie talkie
• Ability to bend, twist, stretch, push, pull and carry and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable alternating between standing, sitting and or walking for an entire shift which is typically 10-12 hours
• Willing and able to operate powered industrial and mechanical equipment including but not limited to reach truck, standups, dock stocker and pushcarts *proper training and safety standards are provided
• Work in various temperatures and noise levels

Do what you love 

We are delighted you are interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We are excited to hear your story and learn more about you! Apply Now! 

This posting reflects an existing vacancy, and we are actively seeking candidates for this role.

PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer  

PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our application process, upon request and as required by law.        

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into. Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. This position is paid on a per hour basis. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for benefits as described at https://benefits.petsmart.com/us/

Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)   

The employer will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

*This job posting does not have an application deadline. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and our Hiring Managers actively engage with qualified candidates. 

For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law.

Compensation: 28 to 38.5 (USD) (HOURLY)