Zoo Maintenance Technician — Facilities & Fleet

Oakland Zoo; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Zoo is seeking a Full-time Maintenance Technician to maintain facilities and vehicles across our 100-acre property. You will provide reliable customer service to staff and vendors, exercise good judgment on projects, and contribute to a safe, well-running environment for guests and animals.

Responsibilities include routine repairs, independent project work, reading safety rules and manuals, painting, carpentry, and supporting Rides and Fleet maintenance.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional maintenance experience or journeyman-level experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs and maintenance of zoo facilities.
• Work independently on maintenance projects around the zoo.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Perform routine and assigned maintenance per standards.
• Perform painting and carpentry duties as needed.
• Support Rides and Fleet maintenance goals.
• Undergo further training as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

3+ years maintenance experience

Reading and interpreting safety/oper.

Communication with stakeholders

Ability to work weekends/holidays

Job description

Oakland Zoo is seeking a Full-time Maintenance Technician to maintain facilities and vehicles across our 100-acre property. You will provide reliable customer service to staff and vendors, exercise good judgment on projects, and contribute to a safe, well-running environment for guests and animals.

Responsibilities include routine repairs, independent project work, reading safety rules and manuals, painting, carpentry, and supporting Rides and Fleet maintenance.