Join our team at the OKC Zoo as a Custodian - Driver and become an integral part of maintaining the beauty and safety of our grounds! As a custodian driver, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our daily operations and conservation efforts by operating light machinery, clearing pathways, and managing trash and recycling routes. Your work will directly contribute to providing a clean and safe environment for both visitors and staff, ensuring everyone enjoys an unforgettable experience at the zoo. Join us in making a difference every day! Apply now to be part of something truly special.
Employment Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: $14.00 Hourly
Experience Required: One (1) year working in custodial housekeeping or equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Minimum Education Requirements: High School diploma or G.E.D.
Department: Building and Grounds
Direct Supervisor: Grounds Supervisor or Manager Building and Grounds.
Supervisory Responsibility: Direct (0); Indirect (0)
Primary Work Location: Zoo Setting both indoors and outdoors.
Certification: Valid Oklahoma driver's license
Other: This position is safety sensitive. It is subject to pre-employment and/or periodic background checks and drug testing.
Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:
- Maintaining outside cleanliness of grounds by picking litter/trash, emptying trash containers, hosing and power washing, clearing pathways, sidewalks, parking lots, and drives.
- Drive a trash and recycling dump utility cart throughout the park.
- Represent the zoo in a professional manner and provide quality customer service to our guests.
- Actively promote and contribute to the Oklahoma City Zoo's sustainability initiatives and green practices
- Communicate effectively with the full time Sanitation worker on the status of projects and daily duties.
- Clean up after special zoo events.
- Complete assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
- Assist the housekeeping crew with sweeping, mopping, waxing, dusting, and emptying trash and recycling bins as needed.