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🗹 Have work experience in aquarium services, retail, or related field
and/or
🗹 Are currently keeping aquariums
🗹 Consider yourself an experienced, avid aquarium hobbyist
🗹 Own or have consistent access to a vehicle to use for work? (milage reimbursed)
You'll enjoy the perfect balance of independence and support in a role where your fishkeeping expertise is valued and your continued learning is encouraged.
We're a small team of dedicated aquarium enthusiasts who provide professional and reliable aquarium maintenance and installation services to clients throughout the GTA. Our team is passionate about what we do and we believe a friendly, can-do attitude is just as important as your technical skills. Our mission is to simplify aquarium ownership for our clients through attentive, reliable customer care while maintaining their beautiful and thriving aquariums.
Job Description
Working as an Aquarium Service Technician, you’ll transform your fishkeeping hobby into a rewarding and flexible career. You’ll travel to client locations across the GTA (from Bowmanville to Oakville, and north to Bradford) to maintain beautiful aquariums filled with fascinating aquatic life. While you’ll mostly work independently, you’ll always have support from a collaborative, experienced team that’s got your back.
Create a positive experience for clients with reliability, professionalism and a positive, approachable demeanor.
Provide on-site aquarium cleaning and maintenance services at client's locations across the GTA
Perform water testing, including: NH3, No2, No3, Po4, KH, GH, CA, Mg levels
Maintain optimal conditions for freshwater and marine species
Troubleshoot equipment, water quality, and livestock issues with care and accuracy
Foster strong client relationships by sharing your knowledge and earning trust
Assist with aquarium deliveries and installations when needed
Maintain accurate service records and communicate effectively with the office
Passion for aquariums – You currently keep tanks at home and love the hobby. You're comfortable with various freshwater and marine species and understand key concepts like water chemistry, filtration, and tank cycling.
Reliable transportation – Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed)
Attention to detail – Notice small issues before they become big problems and dop things thoroughly and properly
Problem-solving ability – You’re calm and creative when something isn’t working
Attitude & people skills – You have a friendly, professional, and positive attitude. You communicate clearly and would enjoy building ongoing relationships with clients.
Physical capability – Comfortable lifting 50 lbs, kneeling, crouching, or using ladders
Independence – Able to manage your day, with guidance from our support team
Reliable – You show up on time, prepared, and consistently deliver professional service
Accountable – You take ownership of your work, follow through on tasks
Bonus – Aquarium retail or maintenance experience (not required, but valued)
Flexibility – Part-time to start (1-3 days per week, 4-8 hours per day), with room to grow your hours
Support – Training, mentorship, and real-time office assistance when needed
Independence – Manage your own service appointments with trusted autonomy
Perks – Staff discounts, educational allowance, industry events, and team outings
Professional tools – Uniform, equipment, and supplies provided
Competitive pay ($18–$30/hr), mileage reimbursement, and performance bonuses
Opportunity for more hours and extended work for the right person
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Discounted or free food
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Store discount
Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: On the road