Lead Construction & Maintenance Technician

San Diego Zoo; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free admission to San Diego Zoo andSan

Family Passes

Complimentary Tickets

Free Parking at the Zoo and SafariPark

Local and In-House Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance seeks a hands-on Lead Construction and Maintenance Worker in Escondido, CA. You will supervise daily C&M tasks, respond to maintenance requests, and mentor crew members while coordinating with operations to minimize disruption.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in building trades, leadership ability, and familiarity with codes and safety standards. This role is hourly, full-time, union position with strong customer service focus.

Qualifications

• Journeyman level in building trades with leadership ability.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings.
• Knowledge of building codes and quality standards.
• Experience coordinating trades and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily C&M operations and allocate resources effectively.
• Respond to maintenance requests and use CMMS for work orders.
• Mentor and supervise C&M workers to uphold safety and quality.
• Coordinate with operations teams to minimize impact of activities.
• Lead complex assignments involving external vendors when needed.
• Ensure compliance with codes, warranties and guidelines.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Leadership

Tool handling

Vendor coordination

Mentoring

Blueprints/drawings

Building codes

Water chemistry

Time/material estimation

Communication

Education

Level 1 AALSO certification

SCUBA certification

California Driver's License

Job description

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance seeks a hands-on Lead Construction and Maintenance Worker in Escondido, CA. You will supervise daily C&M tasks, respond to maintenance requests, and mentor crew members while coordinating with operations to minimize disruption.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in building trades, leadership ability, and familiarity with codes and safety standards. This role is hourly, full-time, union position with strong customer service focus.