Evening Building & Grounds Attendant - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

• The Buildings and Grounds Attendant will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by keeping all assigned areas clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly.
• This position will report to the Buildings and Grounds Supervisor, Manager, and/or Senior Operations Manager.  

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Maintains cleanliness of tools, equipment and vehicles
• Cleans patios, walkways, streets, and other public areas
• Cleans tables, chairs, benches, signs, umbrellas and awnings
• Empties and cleans trash/recycle containers
• Collects trash and debris
• Sorts recycled materials
• Loads debris and refuse on trucks
• Cleans, maintains and restocks restrooms
• Operates trucks and/or carts used in cleaning operations
• Steam cleans and/or pressure washes bins, grounds, equipment and vehicles
• Cleans interiors of buildings
• Polishes stainless steel and brass surfaces
• Washes windows, cleans walls, blinds and furniture
• Performs minor and routine utility maintenance repairs
• Supports the management team and decisions
• Consistently meets all of the organization and department’s performance standards
• Maintains a high level of professionalism

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is seeking a candidates that are able to work an evening schedule from 3:00pm to 11:30pm including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Current valid California Driver’s license in good standing

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent guest service skills
• Safe work practices and policies
• Methods, materials and equipment used in grounds keeping and custodial work   
• Proper handling and usage of cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Basic computer skills   
• Multi-tasking and prioritizing
• Working in a fast-paced, high volume diverse team environment·
• Safely operating carts, small and large motor vehicles·
• Safely operating power cleaning equipment and heavy equipment 
• Performing heavy manual labor effectively
• Completing work on schedule with minimal supervision
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public and employees
• Communicating effectively (verbal and written)
• Working in a diverse team environment and motivate others
• Following directions effectively
• Consistently performing essential job functions 

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences.
• Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
• As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. 
• San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.

Salary

• $17.00 hourly