Facilities Maintenance Technician

Memphis Zoo; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

FSA, HSA

Short and Long Term Disability

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D

401K

Job summary

Memphis Zoo is seeking a Craft Technician to perform general maintenance across campus facilities, including carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and painting.

You will inspect structures, perform minor repairs, install and reconfigure equipment, and ensure safe, functional work areas. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and 2–3 years of relevant experience; weekend work may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform general maintenance across multiple trades.
• Experience with routine building maintenance (carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, painting).
• Ability to inspect structures, document issues and recommend repairs using check sheets.
• Familiarity with safety practices and basic tool handling.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance tasks in one or more trades (carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, painting).
• Inspect buildings and structures to determine functional systems and malfunctions; document findings.
• Perform minor electrical work to replace or repair fixtures using appropriate tools.
• Perform minor plumbing maintenance and related tasks; assist with painting, carpentry, and masonry as needed.
• Reconfigure/install items in public areas and enclosures; maintain surfaces and paint as required.
• Ensure interaction with mechanical systems is safe; support after-hours on-site emergencies.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Capacity

Communication Proficiency

Decision Making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Memphis Zoo is seeking a Craft Technician to perform general maintenance across campus facilities, including carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and painting.

You will inspect structures, perform minor repairs, install and reconfigure equipment, and ensure safe, functional work areas. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and 2–3 years of relevant experience; weekend work may be necessary.