Delivery Helper - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

San Diego Zoo; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to wildlife conservation as a Delivery Helper. This part-time role involves loading and delivering food supplies within the Zoo, ensuring operational efficiency while maintaining a clean and organized environment. You'll play a vital part in supporting the mission of inspiring a passion for nature and conservation. Enjoy perks like free admission to the Zoo and discounts while working in a diverse team committed to making a difference. If you have a passion for wildlife and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free admission to the Zoo

Family Passes

Complimentary Tickets

Local and In-House Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe driving and food supply handling is essential.
• Ability to operate trucks and forklifts safely.

Responsibilities

• Load and deliver supplies to food stands within the Zoo.
• Maintain cleanliness of warehouse areas and keep records of deliveries.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Food service supplies handling

Forklift operation

Record keeping

Simple arithmetic calculations

Effective teamwork

Tools

Truck

Forklift

Job description

Delivery Helper - Part Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Expired Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 9:59 AM

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.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Delivery Helper under general supervision, performs varied warehouse duties in the filling of orders and delivery of supplies in the Food Service Department. This position reports to Warehouse Lead or Food Service Supervisor.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Loads supplies on truck or cart
• Delivers food stuff and supplies to food stands within the Zoo or Safari Park
• Obtains stock from food stands for storage in warehouse
• Keeps warehouse areas and shelves in clean and orderly condition
• Keeps records of supplies delivered
• Assists in setting-up and stocking food stands
• Operates trucks and forklifts

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Organization’s Safe driving practices & safety policy
• Storage and handling of food service supplies and materials
• Operate motor vehicle safely
• Learn to operate a forklift
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Keep simple records
• Make simple arithmetic calculations
• Work effectively with others in a diverse environment.

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• 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

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Position Type: Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
• Hourly Rate: $17.00

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

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 [e-mail] 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.