Maintenance Technician 4
Description:
Under the direction of the Superintendent of Buildings, Grounds and Project Management, provides daily maintenance and repairs for the Utica Zoo campus. This includes, but is not limited to vehicles, buildings, HVAC, fences, animal habitats, and other structures as assigned. This position is critical creating a positive first impression and overall welcoming experience for visitors to the zoo.
Essential Duties, Skills, and Responsibilities:
- Supervise and direct Maintenance Technicians 1,2,3
- Perform general maintenance duties as directed by supervisor.
- Provide support for special events and rentals as scheduled or requested. This may include affixing lights, moving equipment, staging, parking, and other duties as requested.
- Utilize Zoo vehicles to complete assigned duties, including tractor and dump truck.
- Aid in clearing grounds of environmental debris and snow; prepare campus for and monitor impact of inclement weather.
- Storage, inventory and ordering of necessary equipment and supplies.
- Monitor the state of grounds, buildings, structures and fences; relay any repairs needed to supervisor. Ensure repairs/modifications are completed.
- Assist Environmental Technicians with projects as requested or assigned.
- Ensure familiarity with duties/tasks checklists: Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Annual.
- Ensure all equipment and vehicles are in good condition and functioning properly. Report any issues to supervisor and ensure repairs/modifications are completed in a timely manner.
- Aid in maintaining storage areas, work spaces, shop and grounds in a neat and orderly fashion. Develop new strategies to improve storage, transfer, and care of equipment.
- Learn correct use and maintenance of radio equipment.
- Assist and participate in all departmental activities, including meetings.
- Maintain proper reporting and records when required, in line with Zoo protocols.
- Assure work, equipment, work areas, and self, represent the Zoo in a safe, clean, professional, and orderly manner at all times.
- Adhere to Zoo, OSHA and other regulatory safety standards, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Adhere to correct closing procedures
- Other duties as assigned.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- Able to regularly engage in all physical requirements and lift/carry a minimum of 80 pounds.
- Able to actively work in inclement weather conditions year-round.
Qualifications & Education:
Education:
- High school or GED diploma, or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required.
Qualifications:
- Must successfully pass a background check.
Driving Requirements:
- Must obtain and maintain a valid New York driver’s license.
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Some holidays
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Utica, NY 13501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Compensation and Benefits:
Department: Maintenance
Salary: $18-19/hour
Job Status: Full-time, non-exempt
Union Status: Non-Union Member
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The Utica Zoo provides equal employment opportunities to all current employees and all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, natural origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
The Utica Zoo provides a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.
