Hands-On Facilities Leader — Zoo Operations

Indianapolis Zoo; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indianapolis Zoo is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a skilled maintenance team and keep all facilities, habitats, pathways and equipment safe and guest-ready. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily work, preventive maintenance, and vendor relationships in a dynamic zoo environment.

You will coordinate access, closures and timelines with other departments, and ensure safety standards and compliance with codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and support Facilities employees, including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching and performance management.
• Assign and prioritize Facilities work orders based on urgency and operational needs.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs and ensure maintenance schedules align with manufacturer recommendations.
• Manage third-party service contracts and coordinate contracted work.
• Support facility maintenance projects, equipment replacements, upgrades and refurbishments.
• Maintain accurate inventories of facility assets, supplies and materials.
• Help ensure compliance with applicable safety requirements, codes and regulations, including USDA, IOSHA and PPE standards.
• Partner with the Director of Compliance and Safety on safety procedures and inspections.
• Work collaboratively with departments throughout the Zoo to coordinate projects, access, closures and timelines.
• Provide strong leadership, sound judgment and creative problem-solving when challenges arise.

Job description

The Indianapolis Zoo is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead a skilled maintenance team and keep all facilities, habitats, pathways and equipment safe and guest-ready. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily work, preventive maintenance, and vendor relationships in a dynamic zoo environment.

You will coordinate access, closures and timelines with other departments, and ensure safety standards and compliance with codes.