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Aquarium & Aviary Service Representative

Serenity Aquarium & Aviary Services, San Antonio, TX, United States


Overview Entry-level position servicing aquariums and aviaries in nursing homes and businesses. Requires basic knowledge of hand tools and assembly. Heavy lifting and physical demands are involved. This is a part-time role with variable hours.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Working hours Hours will vary from month to month but will average around 8–10 hours every 2 weeks. Servicing occurs bi-weekly before or after business hours.

Example schedule (subject to change):

Monday 2–7 PM Tuesday 11 AM–7 PM Wednesday 11 AM–7 PM Thursday 11 AM–7 PM Friday 11 AM–5 PM Saturday 10 AM–2 PM Sunday — Closed

Travel and coverage Travel within a 150 mile radius of San Antonio, TX will be required. Currently no accounts that far. Servicing 3 large aquariums and an aviary in the San Antonio area (Leon Valley/Alamo Heights). Mileage reimbursement is paid while driving; hourly wage is not paid during driving. Cities will include San Antonio with potential to add if accounts are added.

Work environment Due to work performed in long-term care homes, masking/goggles may be required. Storing 50 lb bags of bedding and seed for one aviary, along with 3–4 27-gallon totes of supplies, will be required.

Responsibilities

Well organized and possess excellent time management skills

Professional appearance with excellent communication skills

Effectively communicate company products and services

Able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks

Inner drive and desire to exceed goals

Respond to calls, emails, faxes to take care of customer needs

Able to make an efficient work schedule

Manage service cycle for customer base

Qualifications

Experience in fish keeping and/or bird keeping preferred

Great attitude and willingness to learn

Ability to continually adjust priorities to match the business need

Strong work ethic, punctuality, and good attendance

Ability to communicate and contribute in a team-oriented environment

Ability to comprehend and follow instructions and to read and write in English

Preference given to candidates with mechanical aptitude

Willingness to be flexible with schedule and job responsibilities

Able to travel within service area radius

Heavy lifting and maneuvering is required

Flexibility is a must

High school education is preferred

Driver’s license required

Pay and hours

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8–10 hours bi-weekly (varies)

Shift: Day shift

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