Part-Time Maintenance

Aggieland Safari; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Aggieland Safari in Bryan, TX is seeking full-time and/or part-time non-exempt Maintenance technicians to join our team. You will assist in daily operations, repair enclosures, vehicles, fences, and more, working near animals with safety protocols.

Weekend and holiday work is required; shifts run between 8AM-6PM, and the zoo opens Thursday through Monday, 9AM-5PM. Qualifications include basic carpentry, plumbing, and tools knowledge, ability to lift 50 lbs, and valid drivers license.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and tools/power tools.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work in all outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be 18 years or older and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations and repair enclosures, vehicles, fences, and related infrastructure.
• Perform general maintenance tasks around zoo grounds and amenities.
• Maintain and repair zoos vehicles, fences, roads, and pasture areas.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Power tools

Driver's license

Job description

Aggieland Safari in Bryan, TX is looking for full and/or part-time non-exempt Maintenance technicians to join our team. We are located on 18075 FM 974.

This position reports to the Park Director and will assist in the daily operations, repair of enclosures, vehicles, fences, etc. Applicants should feel comfortable around animals, as you will be required to work near animals in many instances. The employee will not be required/allowed to go in any enclosure with dangerous animals or be expected to know how to handle exotic animals.

Requirements

• Able to work a minimum of 18 hours per week.
• At least 18 years of age or older.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Possess a valid drivers license.
• A basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and tools/power tools.
• Able to lift 50lbs.
• Able to work in all outdoor weather conditions.

Experience preferred/desired

• Able to work 20-24 hours a week.
• Experience in plumbing, welding, electrical, or specific trade.
• Small and large engine repair.
• Use of tractors and large farming equipment.
• Current CPR/FA Certification or ability to obtain.

Examples of Work (but not limited to)

• Building and repair of animal enclosures
• General repair of zoo grounds and amenities.
• Regular maintenance of zoo vehicles (e.g. oil changes, tire changes, etc.)
• Maintenance and repair of fences and roads.
• Pasture care (spraying weeds, shredding fields, etc.).
• General grounds care, custodial, and landscaping.

Eligible applicants must understand that they are expected to work weekends and most holidays. Aggieland Safari is open Thursday-Monday from 9AM-5PM. Shifts are scheduled between the hours of 8AM-6PM.

Preference will be given to applicants available to work between Thursday and Sunday.