Zoo Construction & Maintenance Technician - ZOO

Zoo Construction & Maintenance Technician - ZOO

Performs technical work related to construction and maintenance of facilities. Participates in a variety of operations including construction, maintenance and repair, design, and implementation as requested by customer. Participates in special event preparation, setup, and teardown. Interacts and provides customer service to all Zoo defined customers. This position participates in a mandatory winter snow removal on-call rotation.

Project Work

• Conduct needs analyses for projects including interviews with staff, research, and observation.
• Demonstrate and maintain skills to identify and correct defects in buildings, enclosures, fixtures, equipment and tools necessary for processes.
• Follow or design project plans to execute projects; regularly update plans as requirements change throughout the project.
• Ensure design plans are constructed with safety and well-being in mind for animals as well as caretakers and customers.
• Use plans and best practices to select the appropriate materials and methods to complete projects.
• Use organizational knowledge and available materials to ensure the final product looks well-kept and visually appealing.
• Weld and fabricate various structures.
• Test projects before, during, and after implementation to ensure design success.
• Layout, plan, excavate, and prepare for concrete, rock, or asphalt on project sites.
• Assist with executing installation of concrete, rock, and asphalt.
• Customize lock systems as requested.
• Assist staff in evaluations and updates to animal enclosures, including changes due to animal health, mobility, and age. Help outfit enclosures to prepare for new animal additions.

Maintenance

Event Setup and Interdepartmental Support

Minimum Qualifications : High School Diploma or equivalent. Two years of professional experience in facility maintenance or construction, or any of the following categories : electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or HVAC. Demonstrated experience in the use of a wide variety of electrical and hand tools. Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid US driver's license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance.

Preferred Qualifications : Four years' experience in maintenance or construction. Certifications from a technical college in construction related fields.