MN Aquatics Job Opportunities

Interested in working for MN Aquatics? We are currently accepting applications for the following part time positions! All jobs are in person at our East Bethel location.

Send applications with a resume, cover letter, and preferred position to emily@mnaquatics.com

Store Maintenance Associate

Tasks Include:

  • Cleaning fish and coral systems
  • General store maintenance (floors, bathroom, sidewalk, etc.)
  • Occasional sales assistance
  • Unboxing and acclimating new livestock arrivals
  • Other duties related to aquarium maintenance and fish care

Requirements:

  • Basic understanding of aquariums (no advanced knowledge required)
  • Minimum age: 16
  • Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
  • Availability between 11am-7pm

Job Details:

  • 4-hour shifts, 2 days per week
  • Starting at $12/hour, with review after 90 days
  • Employee discount

Sales Associate

Tasks Include:

  • Performing all duties listed under Store Maintenance Associate as needed
  • Assisting customers with sales, livestock selection, and general aquarium questions
  • Maintaining and updating website inventory and stock levels
  • Supporting day-to-day store operations as required

Requirements:

  • Working knowledge of saltwater aquariums, including fish and coral care, common species identification, and basic equipment familiarity
  • Ability to confidently answer routine customer questions
  • Minimum age: 16
  • Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
  • Ability to work weekends at least twice a month
  • Availability between 11am-7pm
  • Prior retail or aquatics experience is a plus but not required

Job Details:

  • 6-8 hour shifts, 2-4 days per week
  • Starting at $15/hour, with review after 90 days
  • Employee discount

Online Operations Assistant

Please provide examples of your photography in your application - fish/coral photography is a plus! 

Tasks Include:

  • Fish, Coral, and Invertebrate photography 
  • Combination of sales associate and maintenance associate tasks as needed - such as ensuring aquariums are clean before photographing.
  • Uploading products to website and maintaining stock accuracy 

Requirements:

  • Basic knowledge of saltwater aquariums, with focus on species identification or willingness to research new species
  • Photography experience (use your own camera or we provide a Canon Mark III and necessary equipment)
  • Minimum age 16
  • Reliable transportation and consistent attendance

Job Details:

  • Flexible hours, as needed weekly (~4 hours) - can be combined with other positions
  • Starting at $16/hour, with review after 90 days, potential for online sales commissions
  • Employee discount