Water Center Facilities Assistant

Association Of Zoos & Aquariums; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Facilities Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting room rentals and front desk operations while maintaining indoor and outdoor exhibits. The ideal candidate will thrive in an educational environment, delivering exceptional customer service and collaborating with a team. With a flexible schedule and a focus on community engagement, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a vital resource center. Join a passionate team and make a difference in the community through hands-on support and maintenance of valuable educational facilities.

Benefits

Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Leave

Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) Enrollment

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering excellent customer service.
• Support facility and exhibit maintenance including aquarium care.

Responsibilities

• Support room rentals and front desk operations.
• Coordinate facility maintenance and share information with the public.

Skills

Customer Service

Facility Maintenance

Exhibit Maintenance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in Customer Service

Job description

Water Resources Education Center - City of Vancouver, Washington

Facilities Assistant

Job Description:

The Water Resources Education Center at the City of Vancouver, Washington is seeking a full-time Facilities Assistant to support room rentals, front desk operations, and indoor and outdoor exhibits. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering excellent customer service, supporting facility and exhibit maintenance (including aquarium care and groundskeeping), coordinating room rentals, and sharing information with the public. Candidates should be flexible, team-oriented, effective communicators, and enthusiastic about working in an educational environment serving the community.

Salary: $3,937 - $5,033/month ($47,244 - $60,396 annually) with benefits such as health coverage (medical, dental, vision), paid leave, and Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) enrollment and matching.

Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility required to support building operations, rentals, and educational programs and activities.

Application Deadline: Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 11:59 pm.