Zoological Park Maintainer, Park Zoo

Job Description

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Title: Zoological Park Maintainer

Location: Central Park Zoo

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Director of City Zoos Operations and Maintenance, Facility Director, O&M Manager and Assistant Manager, Facility O&M Supervisor

WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world's premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results  run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation:
Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.

To perform work in the maintenance of New York City Zoos buildings, equipment, facilities and grounds

• Perform general and preventive maintenance
• Repair, renovation and alteration of buildings, offices, exhibits, enclosures, pathways, benches, equipment, structures, roofs, gutters and other facilities.
• Perform specialized work, shop work, metalwork, cement work, woodwork, stonework, painting, electrical, plumbing and HVAC utilizing all skills necessary to complete such assignments
• Operate vehicle or other equipment
• Display proficiency and skills in use of tools associated with applicable fields
• Keep record and prepare reports on work performed and materials used

• At least five years hands on experience in some or all fields such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, painting, and use of power tools.
• Valid New York, Connecticut or New Jersey Driver’s License.

• Employee must be able to work Saturdays, Sundays and all Holidays.
• Employee must be able to work Overtime if required by supervisor.

The position requires work indoor and outdoor in all weather conditions. Tasks require manual dexterity and ability to safely use hand and power tools (e.g. drills, saws) and operate equipment (e.g. tractor, snow removal machines, jack hummer, table saw). Some tasks require climbing ladders, kneeling, bending, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.

WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same value.

The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories. It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities.

The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies.

• Hiring rate: $53,997
• 2-Year Incumbent Rate: $66,347

$53,997