Under the direction of the Senior Director and Associate Director of Facilities and Life Support Systems, this position operates, maintains, monitors, and repairs the aquarium’s life support system. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Tanganyika Wildlife Park is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Aquarist / Life Support Systems Technician to support the daily care of aquatic animals and the operation and maintenance of life support systems. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal water quality, animal health, and exhibit presentation, while also playing a key part in launching new aquarium and touch tank experiences. The position involves hands-on animal husbandry, system troubleshooting, exhibit upkeep, and guest engagement, all while contributing to Tanganyika’s mission of creating impactful, conservation-driven experiences.

If you’re passionate about aquatic animal care, thrive in a hands-on environment, and want to be part of a team that inspires conservation through unforgettable guest experiences, Tanganyika is the place for you.

The Manager of Life Support Systems (LSS) and Water Quality is responsible for the leadership, operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of all aquatic life support infrastructure and water quality programs across the Zoo. This position directly supervises LSS and Water Quality Technicians and is responsible for daily operational direction, preventative maintenance execution, system reliability, and regulatory compliance. The Manager ensures continuous system performance, supports animal health and welfare, and provides technical leadership for infrastructure planning and capital improvements. This is a hands-on operational leadership role combining field supervision, technical oversight, and strategic system management.

Living Exhibits, Inc. partners with leading zoological institutions across the United States to design, build, and operate immersive interactive exhibits that connect guests with marine wildlife. Our exhibits combine exceptional animal care, engaging guest experiences, and educational messaging that supports conservation awareness.

Through our Stingray Cove experiences, guests have the opportunity to safely observe, learn about, and interact with rays and small sharks while gaining a deeper appreciation for aquatic ecosystems. Living Exhibits works closely with host institutions to maintain the highest standards of animal welfare, water quality management, and guest engagement.

At the Detroit Zoo, Living Exhibits is proud to partner in the new Discovery Trails area, bringing an exciting hands-on marine experience that highlights conservation, education, and responsible animal care.

As an Animal Care and Life Support Specialist, you will play a key role in maintaining a thriving aquatic habitat and ensuring the highest standards of animal care and water quality. This position combines hands-on animal husbandry with life support system operation and guest interaction to help create an engaging and educational Stingray Cove experience for visitors to the Detroit Zoo.

The Life Support & Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all life support systems, including pumps, filtration, and ozone generation, ensuring optimal conditions for the animal collection. This role is central to the commissioning and startup of the new facility, assisting with the installation, testing, and initial operation of all LSS prior to opening.

Once operational, this position will lead a team responsible for preventive maintenance and daily operational support of life support systems, while coordinating with Onondaga County Facilities Management, who provide support for skilled trades and building mechanical systems (HVAC, boilers, air handlers, etc.). This role will also oversee general in-house facility upkeep, such as touch-up painting, drywall patching, and other handyman tasks.

The Life Support & Facilities Systems Technician supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all environmental and building systems across the zoo. This role maintains life support systems for aquatic, reptile, amphibian, and specialized animal habitats while also performing preventative and corrective maintenance on facility infrastructure such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment. The technician ensures stable environmental conditions that promote animal health, staff safety, and an exceptional guest experience.

Golden Nugget is a hotel/casino located in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada, which has a 200,000-gallon shark tank, a 75,000-gallon artificial reef aquarium, and a 17,000-gallon holding exhibit. The collection housed at our facility maintains over 100 species of marine fishes, including 5 species of elasmobranchs. The Golden Nugget is part of Landry’s Inc., which incorporates 4 other main aquariums throughout the country. The facility is American Humane Conservation certified and participates in ongoing conservation programs with a focus on daily animal welfare

We are seeking an experienced individual who can meet our job expectations and the level of animal care and welfare we proudly provide. The responsibilities of a Biologist include daily preparation of animal diets, feeding and training, exhibit water chemistry testing, SCUBA diving, and other husbandry needs.

The Life Support Systems Technician oversees the activities of the Life Support Systems. The Life Support Systems Technician performs all aspects of work for the purpose of design, construction, preventative and routine maintenance, repair, and installation of animal health and life support systems, equipment, and materials. This position serves in a supervisory role over outside consultants/suppliers/contractors hired in a life support systems capacity.
Our team is made up of passionate and diverse professionals dedicated to providing excellent care for our animals while creating meaningful experiences for our guests. If you’re excited to contribute your skills in a collaborative and innovative environment, Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is the place for you!

Responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of animal exhibit water features, ensuring optimal water quality, safety, and compliance.This role applies technical knowledge to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot complex life support systems. Working closely with maintenance and animal care teams, this role is critical to implementing preventative maintenance programs and proactively addressing operational challenges.

We are seeking a Junior Sales Technician to support technical sales and customer service within the Aquarium and Zoo markets. This is a remote position with periodic in-person collaboration, including onsite training, occasional facility visits, team meetings, and trade shows.

This role is designed for someone early in their career who has a passion for aquatic environments, marine biology, aquaculture, or related fields—and wants to grow their expertise in aquatic life support systems and commercial water treatment equipment. The position includes structured training, direct mentorship from senior sales technicians, and a clear development path within IAS.