Laborer (Grounds & Events)

Woodland Park Zoo; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laborer to join their team. This role involves performing essential cleaning and custodial tasks, assisting with event setups, and ensuring the grounds are well-maintained. The ideal candidate will enjoy manual labor and be committed to excellence in their work. With a focus on conservation and community engagement, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that connects people with wildlife. If you are ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply today!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Free Zoo Membership

Complimentary Tickets

Free Staff Parking

403(b) Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Comfortable performing routine janitorial and custodial work.
• Enjoys manual labor including heavy lifting and event setup.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties including trash pickup and disinfecting.
• Assist in event setup and room arrangements.
• Load and unload materials and supplies.

Skills

Cleaning and Custodial Work

Manual Labor

Communication Skills

Commitment to Excellence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Zoo
5500 Phinney Ave North
Seattle, WA 98103, USA

Zoo
5500 Phinney Ave North
Seattle, WA 98103, USA

PAY & FLSA:$30.54 per hour; FLSA non-exempt

$30.54 - $34.89. The starting rate for this role is $30.54 per hour. Every employee under the Joint Crafts Council wage scale, on first appointment, will receive the first step of the salary range for the position. Employees will advance to the second step at the start of the pay period after their one-year anniversary and each milestone thereafter (3 years, 6 years, 11 years, and 17 years of service) with Step 6 being the maximum pay rate.

OPENING DATE: 04/28/2025

CLOSE DATE: 05/12/2025 (May close sooner if a sufficient number of applications are received.)

JOB TYPE: Full -Time, Regular

UNION:Represented

OPENINGS: 1

LOCATION:Onsite only

DEPARTMENT:Grounds

The schedule for this position isThursday - Monday from 2Pm to 10:30PM

HOW DO YOU ZOO?

More than 1.3 million people visit Woodland Park Zoo each year. We connect people with wildlife and remind them of what is at stake in our changing world. Our job is to motivate people to take action and provide them with the tools needed to join us in saving endangered species. Working for the zoo means upholding our mission, “To save wildlife and inspire everyone to make conservation a priority in their lives.” Apply today and show us how you zoo.

WHO YOU ARE

As our new Laborer, we know you will be successful in this role because you:

• Enjoy Cleaning and Performing Custodial Work:You are comfortable performing routine janitorial and custodial work as well as routine manual work in a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Enjoy Labor Work:You enjoy working hard. You like manual labor including helping with event set up, moving furniture, heavy lifting, moving heavy items, loading and unloading trucks, standing or walking for extended periods of time.
• Are Comfortable Speaking and Working with Everyone:You are comfortable working with teammates, people from other departments, and assisting zoo guests as needed.
• Have a Commitment to Excellence:You always get the job done completely, whether that job is cleaning a restroom, helping set up a Zoo event, or providing manual assistance to other workers.

YOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform cleaning duties including picking up trash, sweeping floors, disinfecting, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, windows, and all other indoor and outdoor areas.
• Assist in set ups, room arrangements, and office relocations.
• Assist in event set up and strike of venues and large tent builds.
• Load and unload materials equipment, and supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one or more months related experience and/or training.
• A valid driver's license
• Basic computer, communication, and mathematics skills.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

BENEFITS

The Woodland Park Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package for full time staff including:

• Medical, dental, and vision HMO and PPO plans for you and eligible dependents
• 11 paid holidays and 4 personal holidays
• Accrue 12 vacation days and another 12 days of sick leave your first year
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free zoo membership that includes zoo admission and discounts after 90 days
• 4 complimentary tickets per year plus other discounts and perks
• Free staff parking
• 403(b) Retirement Plan

SELECTION PROCESS

Application:Please include a resume with your application through our Zoo Careers site atzoo.org/jobs . The zoo may review existing application pools to fill this position or use this pool to fill future vacancies.

This opportunity is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Woodland Park Zoo values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The zoo encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, 2SLGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Woodland Park Zoo is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in all its services. If you need accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact our recruiting team at [e-mail] .

Screening:Final candidates will be invited for virtual or in-person interviews.

Offer:Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
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