Skyride Mechanic - Full Time - San Diego Zoo

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

Job summary

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance seeks a skilled Mechanic to perform skilled mechanical and electrical repairs on diesel, gasoline and electric powered vehicles and equipment. The role involves maintaining logs and ensuring safety standards across the shop.

The Mechanic works under supervision, with journey-level responsibilities for a range of light to heavy-duty equipment and will use diagnostic tools and manuals to troubleshoot issues and ensure optimal performance.

Qualifications

• One or more year’s journey-level experience in automotive and electrical repair and maintenance.
• Education, training and/or experience demonstrating the essential functions, knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs required repairs to ensure equipment is safe, reliable and in optimal condition.
• Inspects, services and maintains vehicles and mechanical equipment per schedules and standards.
• Troubleshoots and identifies root cause of electrical and mechanical malfunctions using diagnostic tools and manuals.
• Maintains service logs, repair histories and maintenance records for all vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain shop facilities in compliance with safety standards and proper storage of tools and hazardous materials.
• Monitor equipment condition and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Electrical systems

Internal combustion engines

Maintenance & repair

Troubleshooting

Education

Valid California Driver's License

Commercial Driver License

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Mechanic supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission and vision of saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in wildlife care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature and leading the fight against extinction. The Mechanic under general supervision performs skilled mechanical and electrical repair and routine maintenance on diesel, gasoline and electric powered vehicles and equipment. This position reports to a Lead/Supervisor. The Mechanic is a journey level class performing skilled maintenance and repairs on a variety of light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment which are powered by gasoline, diesel or electrical motors, including air and hydraulic systems.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Performs required repairs to ensure equipment is safe, reliable and in optimal working condition.
• Inspects, services and maintains vehicles and mechanical equipment in accordance with department schedules and standards.
• Troubleshoots and identifies the root cause of electrical and mechanical malfunctions using diagnostic tools, technical manuals and performance tests.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date service logs, repair historied and maintenance records for all vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain shop facilities in compliance with safety standards, including proper storage of tools, parts and hazardous materials.
• Monitor equipment condition, address wear and tear promptly, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

JOB EXPERIENCE

• Education, training and/or experience which would clearly demonstrate the essential functions, knowledge and skills listed preferred.
• One or more year’s journey-level experience in automotive and electrical repair and maintenance preferred.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid California Drivers License Required Upon Hire
• Commercial Driver License Preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of:

• Principles of electrical systems
• Principles of internal combustion engines
• Methods, tools, material and equipment used
• The maintenance and repairs of mechanical equipment

Ability to:

• Use standard automotive shop tools and equipment
• Use various types of electrical and automotive test equipment
• Distinguish color-coded wiring and monitor engine sounds
• Understand and carry out instructions
• Keep maintenance records and make arithmetic calculations
• Communicate and work effectively with others
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the others
• Respond to cautions from co-workers
• Operate motorized equipment and vehicles
• Competently perform the essential functions outlined above