Construction and Maintenance Assistant

Fort Worth Zoo; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug

Vision

Dental

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fort Worth Zoo is seeking a maintenance technician to assist electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction and general facility upkeep across the campus.

You will perform routine tasks, operate standard tools, work a flexible schedule including weekends, and help ensure safe, clean, and efficient operations for staff and guests.

This is a full-time on-site position requiring the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 90 pounds, with opportunities to contribute to a wide range of facility projects.

Qualifications

• Teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including weekends.
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Assist trade workers by performing routine tasks
• Perform tasks with physical strength and agility
• Maintain a neat, safe work area and complete work safely according to standards
• Report to work as scheduled and adapt to project schedules
• Communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels
• Follow basic verbal or written instructions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Summary

This position assists electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction, and facility maintenance personnel with construction, maintenance and repair work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist trade workers by performing routine tasks
• Perform a variety of tasks involving physical strength and agility
• Perform quality work in a timely manner and maintain work area in a neat, orderly, and safe manner
• Complete work in a safe manner in accordance with Zoo safety standards
• Report to work when scheduled
• Work modified schedule to meet project schedules or other priority assignments as determined by management
• Communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Work well under pressure to meet deadline requirements
• Follow basic verbal or written instructions
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by management

Qualifications

• Ability to function as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work flexible schedule including weekends and occasional evenings
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year of directly related experience in facilitymaintenance and/or construction, or a minimum of one (1) year of directly related experience in the electrical, HVAC, or plumbing crafts (commercial or residential)
• Experience in the use of common hand and power tools used in the maintenance and construction crafts

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; Walk on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations in the Zoo. Work frequently involves periods of intense physical effort including, but not limited to, lifting and operating tools and objects weighing up to 90 pounds, walking significant distances, and using manual and power tools and equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Team oriented environment
• Ability to work irregular hours (holidays and weekends)
• Ability to work special events and functions as required
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather

Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits

This is a full-time position and offers the following benefits:

• Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)
• Vision
• Dental
• Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
• Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Supplemental Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)
• PTO Rollover
• PTO Sell Back
• Free Zoo Membership
• Free Guest Passes
• Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs