Zoo Maintenance Worker I​/II​/III - Potter Park Zoo

Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or a qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.

• An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the above tasks. (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)
  • Support all zoo animal welfare goals and policies.
  • Maintain knowledge of the methods and procedures used in the care of animals and the equipment used in zoo operations.
  • May be required to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues.
  • Must adhere to all MIOSHA and Zoo safety guidelines and practices including the use of proper PPE in a zoo setting.
  • During a public health emergency, the employee may be required to perform duties similar to, but not limited, to those in his/her job description.

Must have a high school diploma or GED.

One year of grounds and facility maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Minimum three years of PPZ grounds and facility maintenance experience or three years at an AZA facility and one year at PPZ.
• Complete understanding of seasonal facility and equipment operations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of USDA and AZA guidelines pertaining to maintenance functions.
• Must have the skill set to help in the training of other employees in ground and facility maintenance including equipment operation, chainsaw safety, carpentry and animal holding and containment fabrication.

• Minimum five years of PPZ grounds and facility maintenance experience or five years at an AZA facility and two years at PPZ.
• Advanced ability in carpentry, animal welfare considerations, equipment operation, and project management with little or no guidance.
• Ability to mentor less experienced 400 and 500 level maintenance workers in operation of equipment, finish carpentry, animal welfare considerations, and project management.
• Must participate as a member of the Zoo Emergency Response Team and complete firearms training.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of custodial duties relating to zoo operations.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions.

• This position works in both an indoor and outdoor environment. While indoors, there is no planned exposure to notable lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions. While outdoors, exposure to lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions cannot be controlled and may be extreme.
• This position operates non-powered hand tools such as utility knives, hammers, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, chisels, saws, etc.
• This position operates power hand tools such as drills, sanders, grinders, staple guns, chainsaws, air compressors, mowers, etc.
• This position is exposed to variety of hazards such as traffic, moving vehicles, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, slippery surfaces, chemicals, cleaning solutions, oils, hazardous materials, etc.
• This position is exposed to air quality…