Job Posting Title Grounds Maintenance Team Member (Second Shift)

The Columbus Zoological Park Association; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Columbus Zoological Park Association in Columbus, OH is seeking a custodian/maintenance team member to help maintain zoo grounds, help with event setup, and support daily operations.

This role requires physical work, weekend/holiday availability, safety awareness, and excellent guest service; candidates with maintenance experience and a valid driver’s license are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• New-Hire TB testing required.
• Able to climb ladders and work in high/enclosed spaces.
• Able to operate motorized equipment.
• Able to perform heavy physical work for extended periods.
• Able to balance multiple assignments successfully.
• Able to work in varied weather conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to provide excellent guest service by upholding Make it G.R.E.A.T. standards.
• Able to maintain appropriate employee appearance.
• Availability on weekends and holidays is mandatory.
• Subject to BMV check/Drug Free Workplace Policy/Criminal Background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Zoo grounds and cleans facilities.
• Hangs light strands for events and creates special effects for nighttime events.
• Assists with maintenance projects and repairs.
• Sets up and takes down tables/chairs/tents for events; performs office duties.
• Supports special events (Zoofari/Jazzoo).
• Maintains shop area and equipment; routine washing/maintenance.
• Ensures safety around animals, equipment and vehicles.
• Interacts with guests; provides directions and guest assistance.
• Implements sustainable practices in daily tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Posted schedule may change based on weather and attendance.

Skills

Guest service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Weather resilience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Driver’s license

Operate motorized equipment

Job description

Overview

Position starts at $15 an hour

Applicants without a resume will be able to skip resume upload option.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Zoo grounds (e.g. picks up litter/manure and cleans tables/benches/ restrooms/walkways).
• Hangs and takes down light strands and shapes, which create special effects for nighttime events (e.g. Wildlights, Zoofari).
• Assists with special maintenance projects (painting, fence repair, bench repair, snow shoveling, general repairs).
• Sets up and takes down tables/chairs/tents for special events and performs administrative office duties.
• Provides support for all special events (e.g. Zoofari/Jazzoo).
• Maintains shop area and equipment (e.g. washing, routine maintenance).
• Assures safety of self, the collection, staff and visitors through proper safety training and techniques around the animals, equipment and vehicles.
• Interacts with guests (e.g. answers questions, gives directions).
• Implements sustainable practices in daily tasks whenever possible.
• Performs other duties assigned.
• Posted schedule may be subject to change based on operational needs such as weather condition, guest attendance and department needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.
• New-Hire TB testing required.
• Able to climb ladders and work in high and/or enclosed spaces.
• Able to operate motorized equipment.
• Able to perform heavy physical work for extended periods of time.
• Able to balance multiple assignments successfully.
• Able to work in varied weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat, rain).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to provide excellent guest service by positively interacting with guests and upholding the Make it G.R.E.A.T. standards required.
• Able to maintain courteous and helpful behavior.
• Able to maintain appropriate employee appearance (see uniform guidelines in the employee handbook).
• Availability on weekends and holidays is mandatory.
• Subject to BMV check/Drug Free Workplace Policy/Criminal Background check.