Aquarist

September 24, 2025

JOB TITLE: AQUARIST

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Part-Time

DEPARTMENT: Curatorial

DIRECT REPORT: Curator

Position Summary

Maui Ocean Center is currently seeking a dedicated and detail orientated individual who will provide proper care of all animals with an enhanced focus on exhibit maintenance. Must be highly skilled and a certified scuba diver. Previous aquarium experience is preferred.

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Animal care

Cares for the animals and documents all behaviors observed.
Participates in the feedings, which includes food preparation and record observations daily
Inspects all tanks daily in regards to animal health
Knows the names, quantity and location of all animals on display
Checks the life support systems of the tanks each day
Care and maintenance of all lab animals and tanks

EXHIBIT MAINTENANCE

Assists the Head Aquarist in the supervision of interns and volunteers when asked
Inter and intra-department communication
Attends a daily curatorial meeting to report problems or concerns encountered in the tanks assigned to them and to receive task assignments

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports daily accomplishments, problems and concerns to the Head Aquarist
Ensures that the service areas are kept clean and tools properly stored
Participate in tours and presentations including, but not limited to Dive Link and School/Private Tours

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Diver certification
Able to carry 50 pounds
Knowledge of the common/Hawaiian names of fishes and inverts
Pass a mandated dive physical annually
CPR, 1st Aid, & AED certification; and maintain current certification
4 year degree in Marine Biology or equivalent job experience.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening

Benefits

Unlimited daily aquarium access during normal business hours (employee, their children, spouse and immediate family members).
Paid time off – accumulated based on hours worked (PT and FT benefit)
Health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision.
Group Life Insurance and 401k retirement plan; eligibility requirements apply.
F&B and Retail discounts; some restrictions may apply.

Aquarist

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Animal care

EXHIBIT MAINTENANCE

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Aquarist

Position Summary

Be Part of our community

Apply today

Animal care

EXHIBIT MAINTENANCE

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Benefits

STAY CONNECTED TO OUR OCEAN.​

PLAN A VISIT

animals & exhibits

ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

Conservation & Community

About

TRAVEL PARTNERS

STAY CONNECTED TO OUR OCEAN.