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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Construction and Maintenance Worker II performs all job assignments with a positive attitude that supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission and vision of saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in animal care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature and leading the fight against extinction. The Construction and Maintenance Worker under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, construction, alteration, remodeling and repair of Organization buildings, facilities, equipment and grounds; and performs related work as required. This position reports to the Lead Construction and Maintenance Worker or C&M Supervisor/Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties of moderate difficulty in the maintenance, repair and construction of Organization buildings, facilities, grounds and equipment
- Adheres to all SDZWA and department policies and practices
- Positions work in one or several of the following craft areas:
- Plumbing/Sprinkler and Irrigation Systems
- Repairs and installs sprinkler and irrigation systems
- Installs and repairs water lines
- Prepares pipe and fittings for installation
- Assures plumbing tools and equipment are properly maintained and in safe working order
- Installs, repairs, maintains, and services sprinkler system
- Equipment Operation
- Operates and drives a variety of light duty motorized vehicles, such as trucks.
- Services, cleans and maintains equipment
- Cement/Masonry
- Breaks out concrete or asphalt using hand and/or pneumatic tools
- Assists other maintenance and construction workers as required
- JOB EXPERIENCE
- Prior commercial landscape irrigation work experience desired
- EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing
- SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Irrigation design, installation and maintenance
- Landscaping
- Layout of the Zoo/Safari Park
- Work safety practices
- Effective customer relations skills
- Comprehend and follow instructions
- Communicate and work effectively with others
- Work in a team environment and motivate others
- Follow directions effectively
- Deal tactfully and courteously with others
- Tools, equipment and materials used in one or more of the building and construction trades
- Safely and properly handle and operate the tools and equipment used in the assigned building and construction trade(s)
- Recognize and discriminate between colors and/or sounds
- Keep records
- Make simple arithmetic calculations
- Understand and carry out instructions
- Deal tactfully and courteously with others in a diverse environment
- Understand, interpret and work from blueprints and drawings
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Location: Escondido, CA
- Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected there will be Union dues and fees to be paid ot the Union
- Salary Range: $35.53
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.
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