Reports to: Director of the Marine Biology Program Schedule: Temporary; may be scheduled any day during the week; Summer and holiday hours Primary Responsibilities: • Maintenance and Care of Facilities • Tank maintenance including checking temperature, salinity and pH • Tank cleaning of aquariums including glass inside and out of water • Water changes and sifting of sand • Cleaning and maintenance of aquarium equipment • Test water chemistry weekly and monthly • Basic cleaning of lab and lab equipment Animal Husbandry: • Care of aquarium animals including fish, corals and other invertebrates • Daily feeding (sometimes twice daily) of the animals • Must be able to recognize perfect habitat for animals Position Requirements (knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform satisfactorily in the position): • Must be in or have taken the Lovett marine biology class • Must have a solid understanding of salt and freshwater aquarium maintenance. • Superior communication skills to communicate with supervisor, co-workers and other Lovett staff members. • Outstanding organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and follow up required. • Ability to be flexible, resourceful, and work on a variety of projects simultaneously. • Must be able to work with other people. • Superior employee service skills, including the ability to be an excellent listener and be sympathetic to student or parent concerns. • Flexible with work schedule and hours during work day and week. • At least 16 years of age.