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 Senior Construction and Maintenance Worker supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission and vision of saving species worldwide, by combining their trade technical experience with five star internal customer service, mentoring and coaching, to take the best possible care of assigned facilities.
- The Senior Construction and Maintenance Worker, performs a wide variety of skilled duties in the maintenance, repair and construction of buildings, facilities, grounds and equipment.
- Possesses journey or equivalent level of functional expertise within any of the following:
- Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Pump Station Management, Signage, HVAC, Culinary Equipment, Welding, Equipment Operation, Aquatic Life Support Systems, General Construction.
- Regardless of trade specialty, all workers participate in cross-functional projects as required, to best support their team and the operation.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Uses electronic CMMS system to respond to, record and complete preventative and reactive maintenance work orders. Takes the lead on complex assignments, that require greater skill, experience and/or external vendor resources to complete.
- Collaborates closely with and assists team members in other trades, as needed.
- Mentors C&M workers, shares functional expertise, and models behaviors, competencies and skills for C&M workers to aspire to.
- Builds relationships and coordinates all work closely with operational teams and stakeholders, to mitigate impacts of maintenance activities, and provide five star customer service.
- Completes all maintenance work in accordance with required quality standards (state/local building code, manufacturer’s guidelines, etc.)
- Researches parts, building plans, GIS maps, manufacturer information and warranties to identify root cause of maintenance issues, and develops permanent solutions.
- Routinely keep departmental leadership and team updated on the status of high impact maintenance issues, especially those requiring additional resources.
- Able to quickly respond and provide support to occasional after-hour emergencies.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is seeking candidates with rough carpentry experience and structural work experience.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- This position requires successful completion of physical ability test.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this position.
JOB EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Valid California Drivers License Upon Hire required
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Advanced competence and 5+ years journeyman equivalent experience in any recognized building or construction trade.
- Safely and properly handle tools and equipment used in assigned building and construction trades.
- Able to share skills, and mentor/coach others
- Deal tactfully and courteously with others in a diverse environment
- Understanding of building codes and quality standards within assigned trades
- Understand, interpret and work from blueprints/drawings
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
- $28.98 hourly
