Maintenance Technician

Applications are being accepted for a full-time Maintenance Technician to join the Fort Wayne Zoo team.

This is a full-time position requiring availability for a 40-hour work week year-round. Full-time benefits include Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, 403b Plan, 403b Matching, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Days Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Health & Wellness Days, and Paid Parental Leave as well as optional Dental, Vision, Life, and Pet Insurance Programs. All team members receive Team Member Perks such as a free Staff Membership, concessions and retail discounts, development opportunities, and appreciation programs.

Final date to receive applications:
September 24, 2026

The Maintenance Technician performs and assists with technical, general, and preventative maintenance needs for the Zoo as needed in areas including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, rides, fabrication, and vehicles. This position also performs snow removal and maintenance of small engine equipment and vehicles. This position also strives to embody the Zoo’s values at all times, contributes to positive guest experiences, and performs other duties as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Completes technical, general, and preventative maintenance tasks as assigned in areas such as carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fabrication.
• Performs necessary maintenance tasks to rides as directed.
• Operates rides, vehicles, and equipment as needed.
• Maintains all rides and vehicles in proper working order in accordance with manufacturer, state, and Zoo guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of essential equipment, software, and hardware used. Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensures compliance to all state and federal regulations, Zoo policies, and department procedures.
• Maintains the highest level of cleanliness in public and behind the scenes areas, including buildings, pathways, storage areas, and warehouses/garages.
• Reports status of assigned projects to the Facility Manager.
• Supports the Zoo’s commitment to continued growth of diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging for team members, volunteers, guests, and supporters.
• Assists with special projects and helps other team members as needed.
• Actively contributes to positive guest experiences.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured and operate Zoo vehicles and rides required.
• Three years of maintenance experience in three of the following six fields is preferred: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, automotive, or rides.
• Previous experience operating a forklift, bobcat, and small engines, such as mowers and snow blowers, is preferred.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to be trained on and operate all Zoo attractions.
• Knowledge of proper maintenance practices and procedures.
• Ability to perform standard and preventative maintenance on all ride equipment, vehicles, and mowing/grounds equipment.
• Ability to professionally and effectively communicate with others through written correspondence.
• Ability to troubleshoot, analyze…