Craft Technician

Summary

The Craft Technician is responsible for general maintenance work on Zoo facilities and structures. The Memphis Zoo operates on a 76‑acre campus with approximately 300,000 sq ft of building structures and will perform maintenance tasks in one or more fields: carpentry; electrical; HVAC; plumbing or painting.

• Responsible for performing routine building maintenance tasks in one or more fields (e.g., carpentry; electrical; HVAC; plumbing, etc.).
• Inspects buildings and other structures to determine functional systems and detect malfunctions and needed repair, making notes and recommendations using a pre‑established check sheet.
• Performs minor electrical maintenance to include but not be limited to replacement or repair of fixtures using the appropriate hand, power, and specialty tools.
• Performs minor plumbing maintenance (e.g., replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, trenching and laying new lines, replacing drain hoses on washers and similar devices, etc.).
• Performs minor painting, carpentry, and masonry work.
• Reconfigures, installs, positions, and remounts items in public areas, offices and animal enclosures (e.g., wall panels, storage bins, lighting, cabinets, gates, railings, etc.).
• Prepares the surfaces and paints various structures and equipment (e.g., walls, evaporative coolers, floors, roofs, doors, restroom facilities, etc.) to preserve wood and metal parts from corrosion and maintain a safe, comfortable working environment using various painting equipment and related tools.
• Cleans air conditioning and heating units (e.g., coils, condensate pans, drain lines, cooling towers, etc.) to ensure units are operating properly and at peak performance.

• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Technical Capacity
• Communication Proficiency
• Decision Making

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Reports to Maintenance Manager.

Full‑time 40 hours per week. The position requires flexible hours, frequent weekend work, and availability for after‑hour emergencies.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job.

Previous work experience completing general maintenance work on a campus environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, or moderately loud when on zoo grounds.

Frequent sitting, talking and hearing. Constant use of hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral and color vision; ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Valid driver's license.
• Proof of current automobile insurance.
• Clear driving record.
• Clear background check.
• Clear drug screening.

• Medical, dental, vision.
• FSA, HSA.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D.
• 401K

The Memphis Zoo believes that human diversity is as important as the biodiversity we seek to conserve. World‑class zoos are comprised of world‑class team members representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply. The Memphis Zoo is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. If you need to request any accommodations for the interview or hiring process, please let the Human Resources team know.

The Memphis Zoo participates in E‑Verify and is an EEO/ADA/Veteran employer.