Maintenance Mechanic II (Full Time)

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic II (Full Time) to perform general repairs, painting and build basic structures for staff, guests and animals in our facilities.

Under general supervision, this role maintains buildings and exhibits, assists with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding and HVAC, and participates in preventive maintenance and winter snow removal as needed. A valid driver's license and ability to lift 75 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 3 years general maintenance or carpentry experience desired.
• Knowledge of and experience using power tools and maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance on Zoo & Aquarium buildings, animal exhibits and guest areas.
• Assist with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding and HVAC tasks as needed.
• Assist in preventive maintenance programs and snow removal during winter.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Power tools

Maintenance equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC II (FULL TIME)

DEPARTMENT

Maintenance

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Senior Facilities Manager

STARTING PAY

$22.00/Hour

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic II is responsible for making a variety of general repairs to existing Zoo & Aquarium infrastructure and systems, as well as other maintenance duties such as painting and building basic structures for staff, guests and animals.

POSITION DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Duties

Percentage

Responsible for general maintenance on Zoo & Aquarium buildings, animal exhibits and guest areas, including basic repairs, painting and building basic structures.

70%

Assists other maintenance staff with completion of generated work orders related to a variety of mechanical trades, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding, HVAC, etc.

20%

Assists maintenance manager in implementing and executing preventive maintenance programs.

5%

Assists with snow removal during winter months.

5%

• This position may at times be requested to perform other duties or special projects as assigned, which are in the best interest of the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.
• All employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily and, upon request, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION & FORMAL TRAINING:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
• EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum of 3 years general maintenance or carpentry experience desired.
  • Knowledge of and experience using various power tools and maintenance equipment.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must have valid driver's license.
• Must have or be able to obtain negative TB test.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds and have sufficient mobility to ensure a safe work environment.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, climb, bend and stoop.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evening hours, in all weather extremes.
• Must pass a background and drug screening.