Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Skills Needed:

• Supervises and directs zoo maintenance staff. 
• Prepares, prioritizes and assigns daily work schedules.  
• Oversees all maintenance for Zoo rides, including safety, inspections, PM’s, repairs and regulations.
• Ensures that all water chemistry levels are properly maintained, as well as associated equipment
• Works in the field, executing work orders, repairs and projects (The majority of the work day).
• Reviews work and evaluates employee work performance
• Plans, prioritizes, and coordinates maintenance programs and development projects.
• Maintains an inventory of tools, equipment and supplies
• Develops and recommends capital improvements, equipment acquisition, and other improvements
• Inspects and monitors facilities and equipment and for public safety, maintenance, repair, and/or replacement needs.
• Administers and enforces Zoo and departmental rules and regulations.  Communicates and instructs personnel of appropriate rules, regulations, procedures, and policies.
• Assists in the hiring, transferring, promotion, and disciplining of personnel under the supervision of this position.
• Trains personnel on job related matters including job safety and specific job skills.  Ensures the personnel comply with established safety requirements and work rules.
• Prepares and maintains maintenance records and reports.
• Attends and participates in Safety Committee and other meetings as needed. Conducts area safety inspections and leads monthly safety walk
• Coordinates maintenance, construction, and repair activities with Animal, Food Service, Education, and other Zoo Departments
• Develops and maintains positive relations and communications with Zoo staff and the general public
• And other related duties as assigned.

• Motivated self-starter
• Strong Organizational abilities
• Effective communication skills
• Prefer Welding ability
• Ability to work on Engines, Hydraulics, and large pumps
• Basic electrical skills and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to complete projects in a reasonable time frame, to the complete satisfaction of the customer
• Deal courteously and tactfully with employees, peers, superiors, and the general public
• Working knowledge of Hand and Power Tools
• Considerable Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
• Read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and other diagrams
• Use of computer and basic programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc)

• Graduation from high school or equivalent,
• Four years of experience in progressively responsible general maintenance operations (Prefer one of which should be at a lead or supervisory level)
• Require a minimum of three years experience in water quality or maintenance of rides/machinery.
• Prefer Journeyman level of experience and education
• Prefer welding ability
• Prefer electrical knowledge
• Prefer Automotive/Maintenance mechanic experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

• Ability to work outdoors in temperature and humidity extremes
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 lbs
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.