Food Technician-Jobs in United States

An employee in this position may be called upon to perform the following essential duties:

1. Perform general cleaning and housekeeping inside the building, including cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, vacuuming and disinfecting floors, washing windows, dusting furniture, and emptying trash cans.
2. Assist with maintaining outside cleanliness of grounds by picking up litter, emptying trash containers, hosing down ramps and patios, and clearing pathways, sidewalks, parking lots, and drives.
3. Collect trash and recycling, ensuring correct disposal in accordance with zoo conservation efforts.
4. Represent the zoo professionally and provide quality customer service to guests.
5. Guide and delegate tasks to part-time team members to ensure cleanliness of the zoo.
6. Assist junior curators and volunteers, ensuring productivity throughout their day.
7. Order supplies from the warehouse and maintain organization of supply closets.
8. Prepare written materials and reports such as supply orders, activity logs, and work orders.
9. Assist in preparing for and cleaning up after special events, including rearranging furniture and managing proper receptacles.
10. Promote and contribute to the Oklahoma City Zoo’s sustainability initiatives and green practices.
11. Operate light machinery like floor scrubbers or waxing machines in designated areas.
12. Perform minor building maintenance duties as needed.
13. Assist with radio communications and respond to safety and operational concerns promptly.
14. Coordinate with the Buildings Management Team to complete tasks and meet deadlines.
15. Participate in conservation efforts such as waste audits and lake clean-up activities.
16. Engage in conservation activities to support the zoo’s mission.