Under the general supervision of the Zoo Maintenance Deputy Director, performs a variety of maintenance and construction tasks ranging from grounds maintenance to construction of new facilities. Analysis, design, construction and maintenance are all aspects of this job. Displays proficiency in a number of skilled trade areas including cement and brick work, carpentry, roofing, landscaping, mechanics, tree service, and heavy machinery operation. Duties will vary daily to support the zoo’s mission, including meeting and exceeding guidelines established by the AZA through routine inspections, routine craftsman tasks, preventative maintenance, special repair projects, capital projects, emergency/safety related work, unanticipated special repairs, and overhead tasks.
Essential Functions
- Maintains zoo grounds through means of mowing, seeding, trimming, snow removal, weeding, mulching, substrate improvements, planting, tree and brush removal, irrigation, painting, trash removal, cleaning bathrooms, etc.
- Performs repair, installation, and construction work on various structures, fences, pathways, buildings, animal exhibits, exhibit features, shipping containers, signage, seating areas, vehicles and equipment.
- Operates equipment for various maintenance purposes including, but not limited to transfer of substrate, deliveries, removal of trees and brush, hauling trailer, moving animal crates, snow removal, etc.
- Evaluates and requisitions materials needed for maintenance related activities.
- Coordinates with various departments to complete work orders in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Provides work direction, including work order assignment and work inspection, to zoo maintenance seasonal workers and volunteers through the use of verbal and written communication and visual and manual means.
- Collaborates to solve repair problems, identify cost-saving measures, and develop best practices for accomplishing tasks effectively and efficiently.
- Maintains records as required for preventative maintenance, County purchasing policies, work order progress, etc.
- Stays current in all zoo emergency procedures.
- Works to meet or exceed all guidelines established by USDA and AZA.
- Provides education content and positive interactions pertaining to zoo maintenance functions for education programming and zoo communications.
- Participates on various zoo committees as assigned by the Zoo Maintenance Deputy Director or Zoo Director.
Experience Required
- Experience: One year of grounds and facility maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Further Comments
- This is a union position with good benefits.
Salary
- $43,033.35 Annually
