- Job DetailsJob LocationOmaha Zoological Society - Omaha, NEPosition TypeFull TimeDescriptionJob Title: Maintenance TechnicianFLSA Status: Non-exemptHours: Full-timeAbout the role:We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform a variety of tasks pertaining to general maintenance and repair of zoo grounds, facilities, and equipment.
- This position may include some guest interaction.
- This position is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment for employees, guests and the animal collection.
- This position reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to):Performs routine and preventative maintenance and repair on all zoo buildings and equipment.
- Ability to operate various hand tools, power tools and vehicles.
- Must be familiar with various painting practices.
- May operate specialized equipment such as dump truck, sweeper, sander, front-end loader, skid loader, backhoe, forklift, snowplow, garbage truck, ditch witch.
- May assists in waste removal and recycling.
- May assist in training students and interns.
- Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Valid driver's license is required.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions; operate, and/or ability to learn to operate standard maintenance equipment.
- Knowledge of basic construction practices and methods.
- Ability to communicate basic maintenance facts and answer questions for guests.
- Possess and perform basic carpentry duties including framing, drywall, trim work, and other various woodworking skills.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform general maintenance tasks including concrete work, framing, drywall, trim work, painting, plumbing, minor electrical and HVAC work and other maintenance skills.
- Must possess visual acuity appropriate for maintenance work and general safety practices.
- Candidates might be required to pass a pre-employment background check, drug test, negative TB test, and possess a valid drivers license with a good history.
- Working Conditions and Physical Effort:Employee will be regularly exposed to water, chemicals, loud noises, dust, dander, hay, etc.
- Frequently exposed to all outside weather conditions.
- Will sometimes work extended/odd hours including weekends, holidays and some nights.
- Must be able to walk long distances across the zoo.
- Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, bend, crouch, stoop, twist, reach above head and climb.
- Will lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds using safe and proper lifting methods.
- DISCLAIMERThe information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.
- It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
- Omahas Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC.Qualifications