Alkiviades Makrygiannis
West Orange
Summary
Highly experienced and passionate about the aquarium hobby, bringing over 10 years of dedicated involvement. Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of aquarium maintenance, aquatic life care, and ecosystem management. Successfully created and maintained aesthetically pleasing and thriving aquarium environments. Top priority is ensuring the health and well-being of aquatic species. Seeking new opportunities within the aquarium industry to leverage expertise and passion. Goal is to contribute to the development of innovative solutions, improve industry standards, and inspire others to embark on their own rewarding aquarium journeys.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
City Aquarium
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Hours: 40+ per week
- As an aquarium maintenance technician, I efficiently serviced multiple clients daily, performing large-scale (30-50%) water changes, exchanging chemical media in sumps, conducting comprehensive water tests, and meticulously maintaining a diverse array of saltwater fish-only, reef, and freshwater tanks spanning capacities from 90 to 500+ gallons
- Proficient in utilizing a wide range of aquarium tools including chillers, skimmers, sumps, pumps, and other essential equipment, ensuring the vitality and functionality of aquariums of any size
Aquarium Maintenance Tech
Absolutely Fish
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Hours: 40 per week
- Dedicated and detail-oriented Aquarium Maintenance Technician with a proven track record of efficiently managing and maintaining aquarium systems
- Equipped with in-depth knowledge of aquatic life care, water chemistry, and equipment maintenance
- Highly skilled in troubleshooting and resolving aquarium-related issues while ensuring the health and well-being of aquatic species
- Demonstrates strong organizational abilities, effective communication, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service
Seal Beach Cleanup
Save Our Beach - Seal Beach
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Hours: Once weekly during the summers (3-5)
- A Seal Beach Cleanup is an organized event where volunteers gather to remove litter and debris from Seal Beach and its surrounding areas. Participants collect trash such as plastics, cigarette butts, and other waste that harms the local ecosystem and endangers marine wildlife. By clearing these pollutants, volunteers help protect the natural habitat, improve water quality, and raise awareness about environmental stewardship and the impact of pollution on marine ecosystems. These cleanups not only beautify the beach but also foster community involvement and inspire sustainable practices to preserve coastal environments.
Aquarium Maintenance Tech
Reef Playground
03.2018 - 06.2022
- Hours: 40+
- Dedicated and detail-oriented Aquarium Maintenance Technician with a proven track record of efficiently managing and maintaining aquarium systems
- Equipped with in-depth knowledge of aquatic life care, water chemistry, and equipment maintenance
- Highly skilled in troubleshooting and resolving aquarium-related issues while ensuring the health and well-being of aquatic species
- Demonstrates strong organizational abilities, effective communication, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service
Zookeepers Assistant
Turtle Back Zoo
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Hours: 40
- Motivated and enthusiastic Zookeeper's Assistant with a genuine passion for animal care and conservation
- Committed to providing exceptional support to zookeepers in maintaining the well-being and health of a diverse range of animal species including
- Skilled in daily animal husbandry tasks, habitat maintenance, and public engagement
- Possesses excellent observational abilities, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Education
High School Diploma -
West Orange High School
West Orange, NJ06.2014
General Science - Biology
Essex County College
Newark, NJSkills
- Aquarium maintenance
- Aquatic life care
- Ecosystem management
- Water chemistry
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Customer service
- Organizational abilities
- Effective communication
Music, Specifically Piano and Bouzouki
I am a classically trained pianist, I have been going to lessons since I was 7 and have played at Carnegie Hall. Recently I have taken up learning the Bouzouki as it connects with my Greek roots, as well as expands my understanding of music with a stringed instrument rather than a percussion.
Languages
Greek
Limited Working
Interests
- I love all aquatic life I find fish facinating specifically new world cichlids like cryptoheros sajica, archocentrus centrarchus, and Cichlasoma salvini I raise, and breed high quality specimens at home,
- I also have a personal koi pond with a pair of breeding koi whom I take great pride in
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
City Aquarium
01.2024 - 07.2024
Aquarium Maintenance Tech
Absolutely Fish
06.2023 - 01.2024
Seal Beach Cleanup
Save Our Beach - Seal Beach
05.2018 - 05.2020
Aquarium Maintenance Tech
Reef Playground
03.2018 - 06.2022
Zookeepers Assistant
Turtle Back Zoo
06.2015 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
West Orange High School
General Science - Biology
Essex County College
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