Seasonal EVS Zoo Worker

Zoo Worker IV Seasonal - Environmental Services Worker

Milwaukee County Zoo

bHourly Pay Rate: $14.50

1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM. Candidates must be available for weekend work.

Job Summary:

Environmental Services Workers perform janitorial and cleaning duties, as well as handle party setup and breakdowns at the Milwaukee County Zoo.

• bCleaning:
  Perform a variety of janitorial or cleaning duties at the Milwaukee County Zoo, be responsible for custodial work in assigned areas, requisition and issue cleaning supplies and materials, and check and report need for repairs.
• bMaintaining:
  Mop, scrub, wax, or polish floors; wash walls, windows, woodwork and equipment; collect and dispose of all types of rubbish and trash.
• bEvent Setup and Breakdown:
  Set up and break down tables, chairs, risers, stages, and podiums used at public and private events held at the Zoo, follow a blueprint or instructions of the event coordinators, and interact with staff or visitors to allow for a successful event.
• bOther Responsibilities:
  Assist other departments with their tasks as needed; provide information and directions to Zoo visitors, offer support to staff and guests, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License, maintained throughout employment.
• Minimum age 16 years or older.
• Basic knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; able to push and pull up to 100 lbs.

NOTE:

This position is open to permanent residents of the United States. The appointee must establish residency in the state of Wisconsin within six months of the start date and maintain such residency during incumbency. In accordance with Section 11, Rule 3 of the Civil Service Rules, a non-competitive examination will be held for this position.

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing, background checks, and pre‑employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414‑278‑3936.