Electrician - Maintenance Pro with Wildlife Impact

San Antonio Zoo; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

San Antonio Zoo is seeking a Maintenance – Skilled Craftsperson: Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment. The role involves installing, altering, maintaining, and repairing circuits, devices, and related gear, while ensuring safety and guest service standards.

You will read technical sketches, follow electrical codes, and work weekends or holidays as needed. A Texas electrician license is preferred, with about three years of electrical experience expected.

Qualifications

• Three years electrical experience.
• Knowledge of city and national electrical codes.
• Able to read, write, and understand English.
• Able to interpret and work from technical sketches and blueprints.
• Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and practices of the electrical trade.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade, including high voltages.
• A Valid Texas Electrician License (apprentice, or journeyman’s) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, alter, maintain, and repair electrical circuits, systems and fixtures, clocks, power appliances, generators, motors, and related equipment.
• Establish and maintain positive, cooperative working relations with fellow employees.
• Address guest questions and directions to various areas of the Zoo.
• Remove trash and debris from public areas.
• Work in cooperation with and supervise a helper when needed.
• Order parts and tools as necessary with authorization.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical experience

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

English literacy

Reading from sketches/blueprints

High voltage safety

Education

Texas Electrician License (apprentice or journeyman) preferred

Job description

San Antonio Zoo is seeking a Maintenance – Skilled Craftsperson: Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment. The role involves installing, altering, maintaining, and repairing circuits, devices, and related gear, while ensuring safety and guest service standards.

You will read technical sketches, follow electrical codes, and work weekends or holidays as needed. A Texas electrician license is preferred, with about three years of electrical experience expected.