Maintenance Technician: Skilled Trades & Facility Systems

Hogle Zoo; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Hogle Zoo is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, remodel, and construct zoo facilities in Salt Lake City. The role covers HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and related trades, with responsibility for operating and repairing mechanical equipment and vehicles.

The ideal candidate has four years of related experience, can read blueprints and manuals, and holds a Utah driver license.

Qualifications

• Four years’ experience in a similar position maintaining zoo facilities or commercial buildings.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and CMMS/work-order systems.
• Must possess a valid Utah driver license.

Responsibilities

• Performs journey-level building trades and maintenance tasks across trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, masonry, roofing).
• Inspects and services equipment (lighting, pumps, motors, doors, controls).
• Operates and troubleshoots building systems; records system data and asset changes.
• Uses hand/power tools and welding to repair or rebuild components.
• Maintains safety, applies proper housekeeping, and participates in on-call rotation.

Skills

Blueprints

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing

Welding

Carpentry

Tools proficiency

Driver license

Safety

Team player

Job description

Utah Hogle Zoo is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, remodel, and construct zoo facilities in Salt Lake City. The role covers HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and related trades, with responsibility for operating and repairing mechanical equipment and vehicles.

The ideal candidate has four years of related experience, can read blueprints and manuals, and holds a Utah driver license.