Facilities Technician
Facilities Technician
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Facilities Technician
General Summary: The Facilities Technician ensures that the Zoo facilities grounds and equipment are safe and functional. This position is responsible for performing routine and specialized maintenance tasks to support the Zoos operations which will include mechanical electrical heating ventilating and air conditioning as well as other tasks such as plumbing doors and locks door systems roof systems and structural components. This position supports the Zoo to achieve its animal care conservation sustainability education and DEAI goals.
Essential Functions
Primary Functions:
Performs general maintenance tasks including lighting drywall repair painting carpentry and furniture movement.
Conducts scheduled inspections and servicing of equipment and utilities to prevent breakdowns and ensure efficiency.
Responds promptly to calls throughout the facility and performs necessary repairs.
Changes filters cleans drains and gutters and ensures proper functioning of systems supporting building operations.
Maintains tools equipment and supplies in an orderly and functional manner.
Performs snow removal and works to resolve icy conditions.
Installs and repairs signage as needed ensuring proper placement.
Performs all tasks in compliance with company policies and safety guidelines.
Performs other tasks and projects as assigned.
Communication
Publish a daily report of work performed and any current problems/issues/challenges.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent.
5 years of experience working in building operations or maintenance.
Experience/Training:
Previous automotive experience including maintaining and/or repairing items such as golf carts small engines or trucks is a plus.
Valid drivers license a must.
CDL drivers license is a plus.
Traits Desirable:
Mechanical aptitude
Must be teamoriented
Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals from ethnic cultural and economic backgrounds
Equipment:
Must be able to operate a variety of machines power tools hand tools and equipment including computer telephone twoway radio and golf cart etc.
Working Conditions:
Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally 25 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work; must be able to remain on feet for long periods of time stoop kneel crouch crawl push pull climb and balance;
Must be able to stand and remain active for an eighthour shift;
Must be able to walk large areas of the Zoo as needed;
Must be able to work in an outdoor weather environment in all seasons and weather including heat/humidity cold temperatures snow and ice and/or wet conditions;
Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends holidays special events and to assist with emergencies as needed;
Exposure to zoonotic diseases and low risk of animal attack.
Benefits:
- We offer an excellent benefits package including 24 days of Paid Time Off Sick and Safe Leave and 2 paid holidays. Eligible for medical/dental/vision coverage as well as short term disability/long term disability/life insurance. 401k with employer match.
Disclaimer:
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified. Therefore management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
