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Evening Lead Building & Grounds Attendant - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Columbia, United States Posted: January 03, 2025


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 Lead Building and Grounds Attendant under general direction schedules, assigns and inspects the work of crews engaged in keeping building and/or grounds areas clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly.
  • This position reports to a Supervisor /Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
  • Inspects and evaluates work of Building and Grounds Attendants.
  • Ensures all Attendants are familiar with the cleaning schedule.
  • Makes sure work assignments are completed on time.
  • Assists Attendants.
  • Instructs and assists Attendants in special set-up.
  • Inspects equipment.
  • May serve as acting supervisors in absence.
  • Performs special cleaning duties as required.
  • Ensures crew has adequate and proper supplies for assigned work.
  • Assists at special events, parties, and meetings.
  • Meets requirements, or higher, in all categories of annual performance evaluation.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
  • San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is seeking a candidates that are able to work an evening schedule from approximately 3:00pm to 11:30pm including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
  • All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to apply. 
JOB EXPERIENCE
  • One year of lead or supervisory experience is desirable.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Education, training and/or experience which would clearly demonstrate the essential functions, knowledge and skills as outlined.
  • An example of which would be two or more years of building maintenance and cleaning experience.
  • Current valid California Driver’s license in good standing.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • Principles of supervision and training.
  • Methods of organizing and laying out work.
  • Basic arithmetic.
  • Simple record keeping.
  • Effective leadership practices.
  • Effectively supervise large crews.
  • Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and other employees.
  • Understand and carry out instructions.
  • Estimate time and materials.
  • Communicate and work effectively with others in a diverse environment.
  • Motivate others.
  • Multi-task and prioritize.
  • Perform each essential job function at a high level.
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
Fraudulent Recruiting
  • Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address.
  • We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.
  • If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. 
  • If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.
  • Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
  • 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
  • $26.33 hourly

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