Northstar Aquatics, Inc.

05/22/2026

WE ARE HIRING! Warehouse Aquatic Shipping Specialist – Part Time

Northstar Aquatics, Inc. is a wholesale distributor of live aquarium fish, coral, plants, and dry goods. We're looking for a hardworking, dependable part-time team member to help pack out live fish for delivery to our store customers. No prior experience required — if you've got a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn, we'll teach you everything you need to know.

Let's be straight with you: yes, you get to work with fish all day, and that part is genuinely fun and interesting. But this is real, physical work. It means standing, lifting, moving fast, and staying focused so every order goes out right and on time. If you take pride in putting in an honest day's work and like staying busy, you'll fit right in.

The right person is reliable, detail-oriented, and steady on their feet through a busy shift. Curiosity and a desire to learn are a must. Knowledge of freshwater or marine aquarium livestock is a plus, but absolutely not required — we're happy to train the right attitude.

Primary job duties:
Packing and shipping outbound livestock orders accurately and on time — this is the heart of the role
Learning to identify fish species so every order is packed out correctly
Keeping the pack-out area clean, stocked, and organized
Driving company vehicle for local store deliveries (approximately onceor twice per week as needed)
Customer interaction with walk-in clients

Additional job duties:
Day-to-day livestock husbandry and care
Acclimating and unpacking inbound shipments
Some ladder work
Other duties as assigned

What we're looking for:
A strong, dependable work ethic and the drive to keep orders moving
Willingness to learn — no experience needed, just show up ready to work
Ability to lift 75 lbs and tolerate standing/walking on concrete floors throughout the shift
Comfort working in a high-heat, high-humidity environment
Punctuality and consistency — our store customers count on shipments going out on schedule

Hours & pay: Business hours are 9AM–5PM, Mon–Fri.* This part-time position is ideally 9AM–2PM, Monday through Friday. *Short weekend hours or after-hours work may occasionally come up for unexpected pack-outs or incoming orders.

Pay range: $15–$18/hour Job location: Savage, MN

Email your resume/work experience to: [email protected]

Call now to connect with business.

03/26/2026

WE HAVE AN EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!

After more than 15 years of dedication to Northstar Aquatics and this industry Dave has sold the business to Justin and Nathanael, Dave has been thrilled to see the fresh perspectives and improvements they are and are willing bring to the company.

This decision was made with the utmost confidence in the new owners ability to uphold Northstar Aquatics' legacy of excellence. Dave will remain actively involved over the coming months to ensure a seamless transition and personally introduce Justin and Nathanael to our stores and partners.

As the new owners of Northstar Aquatics, we are honored to introduce ourselves as your trusted wholesale partner.

As we step into this role, we want to assure you that the core of our business remains unchanged. The dedicated team you work with daily is staying in place, and our commitment to providing high-quality livestock and products is unwavering. Our focus is on maintaining these standards while enhancing our personalized service to better support your needs.

We are genuinely excited to partner with you. Our immediate priority is to visit your stores, listen to your feedback, and gain a deeper understanding of your operations so we can help your business grow.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out. We look forward to connecting with you soon.

The New Ownership Team at Northstar Aquatics,
Justin & Nathanael

[email protected]
[email protected]

03/24/2026

WE ARE HIRING!

Aquatic Shipping Specialist - Part Time

Northstar Aquatics, Inc. is a wholesale distributor of live aquarium fish, coral, and plants. We are currently looking for a part time warehouse staff person. The position requires a detail oriented individual to be responsible for packing and shipping livestock as well as the care and upkeep of livestock in our warehouse. Curiosity and a desire to learn are a must. Well rounded knowledge of either freshwater OR marine aquarium livestock is preferred but not required for this position.

Required job duties to include:
Packing/Shipping outbound orders
Keeping the pack out area clean and organized
Driving of company vehicle (approximately 1-2 local deliveries per week)
Must be able to lift 75 lbs and tolerate standing/walking on concrete floors during the day
Some ladder work
Customer interaction with walk in clients

Additional job duties:
Day to day livestock husbandry
Acclimating/Unpacking inbound shipments
Ability to work in a high heat and humid work environment
Other duties as assigned

Business hours 9AM - 5PM Mon - Fri*
*Short Weekend hours and working after business hours may occur from time to time for unexpected packing out and/or receiving orders.

This is a part time position - candidate can ideally work 10AM - 2PM, Monday through Friday

Pay range is $18-$22/hour

Job location: Savage, MN

Email your resume/work experience to: [email protected]

10/13/2025

Mexican Turbo Snails are finally back in stock!

06/02/2025

🦋 Pantodon buchholzi
AKA: African Butterfly Fish

This prehistoric-looking surface-dweller glides just below the waterline with massive, wing-like pectoral fins and a stealthy hunting style. Native to calm waters of West and Central Africa, the African Butterfly Fish is a true top-dwelling predator, waiting patiently to strike insects and small fish. A showstopper for any still-water setup with a lid — they jump!

💧 Aquarium Conditions:
📏 Tank size: 20+ gallons (low and wide is best)
🌡 Temp: 24–30°C / 75–86°F
📉 pH: 6.0–7.5
💧 Water: Soft to moderately hard
🌿 Decor: Floating plants, dim lighting, minimal surface agitation
🍽 Diet: Carnivorous — prefers live/frozen (insects, small fish, worms)
🧠 Behavior: Peaceful with bottom dwellers; will eat small tankmates

⚠️ Pro tip: Must-have tight lid — they can and will jump if startled!

05/26/2025

🎴 Bulgarian Seal Point Angelfish
AKA: BSP Angelfish 🐠

A rare gem in the angelfish world, the Bulgarian Seal Point boasts a pale, almost ghost-like body with striking dark fins — a true contrast beauty. This selectively bred variety combines elegance with drama, making it a standout in any planted or show tank. Graceful and social, they bring calm movement and bold aesthetics to the midwater zone.

💧 Aquarium Conditions:
📏 Tank size: 30+ gallons (tall tanks preferred)
🌡 Temp: 25–29°C / 77–84°F
📉 pH: 6.5–7.5
💧 Water: Soft to moderately hard
🌿 Decor: Planted tanks, open swimming space, gentle filtration
🍽 Diet: Omnivorous — flakes, pellets, frozen/live foods
🧠 Behavior: Peaceful but territorial when breeding; best in groups or mated pairs

✨ Pro tip: Keep in a calm, stable tank with peaceful tankmates to bring out their best colors and behavior.

05/19/2025

Brachygobius xanthomelas
AKA: Bumblebee Goby

Don’t let the size fool you — this tiny striped goby is full of attitude. Native to slow-moving, brackish streams and estuaries in Southeast Asia, B. xanthomelas is best known for its bold contrast, bottom-hopping behavior, and surprisingly feisty nature. Best kept in species-only setups or with peaceful, similarly-sized fish.

💧 Aquarium Conditions:
📏 Tank size: 10+ gallons (long-style preferred)
🌡 Temp: 24–28°C / 75–82°F
📉 pH: 7.0–8.0
🧂 Water: Brackish (1.002–1.006 SG) for long-term health
🌿 Decor: Sand substrate, dense cover, rocks, small caves
🍤 Diet: Live, frozen, and prepared foods (e.g. bloodworms, brine shrimp)
🧠 Behavior: Territorial, best in small groups with line-of-sight breaks

💡 Pro tip: Brackish water and high-quality food = long, healthy life 🐟