Zoo Keeper III — Ectotherms

Job overview

The Zoo Keeper III — Ectotherms works onsite in Chattanooga, TN. Compensation is $17.50 per hour. The role supports the Chattanooga Zoo’s ectotherm team and its collection of reptiles and amphibians. The keeper provides daily husbandry and care, supports animal training and enrichment, and maintains records and enclosures. The work contributes to animal well-being and compliance with USDA and AZA standards.

What you'll do

• Provide daily animal husbandry, food, water, and medication
• maintain daily animal logs and enclosures
• assist with veterinary procedures and medication distribution
• maintain training and enrichment programs
• assist with special projects
• maintain compliance with USDA and AZA regulations and standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

zoo keeper iii

ectotherms

animal care

reptiles

amphibians

chattanooga tn

chattanooga zoo

animal husbandry

training and enrichment

usda standards

aza standards

$17.50/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The ectotherm collection includes reptiles and amphibians; a bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years of professional animal-care experience at an AZA-accredited or comparable institution are listed as minimum qualifications.

About the employer

Chattanooga Zoo is hiring for this role. Industry: Zoos and Botanical Gardens. Sector: 71.