Maintenance Technician

This position is responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled construction work in the repair and maintenance of the zoo’s infrastructure, to include animal enclosures. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment.

Our Mission: Houston Zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife. Our Vision: Houston Zoo will be a leader in the global movement to save wildlife.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with light construction duties such as carpentry, painting, and general labor in support of facilities department activities.
• Repairs/forms/pours concrete in specified locations throughout the zoo.
• Installs/repairs sheetrock and structural framework.
• Installs/repairs acoustical ceilings.
• Installs/repairs different types of floors such as vinyl, tile, carpet, and/or wood floors.
• Installs/repairs various building components such as roofs, siding, doors, and windows.
• Installs/repairs various outdoor structures, animal enclosures, animal feeding platforms, fencing, gates, and other crafting needs within grounds and facility maintenance.
• Fabricates/constructs various wood/metal/plastic related items, e.g., shelves, racks, boxes, crates, and framing components using bolts, adhesives, nails and/or screws.
• Assists with inspections and preventative maintenance of building roofs and gutter systems.
• Uses hand/power tools and mechanical equipment to perform assigned tasks.
• Cleans and organize workstations and shop areas.
• Implements preventative maintenance measures.
• Reports on unsafe conditions and unsafe equipment.
• Maintains inventory of repair equipment and supplies
• Performs and assists with light construction, paint, and general labor, pest control, plumbing, HVAC, welding, electrical, and mechanics as far helping with minor duties.
• Contributes to saving animals in the wild through reduction of waste, water and energy use and inspiring guests and staff to take wildlife protecting actions.
• Contributes to other operational priorities as needed.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of three (3) years’ relevant work experience with general maintenance as a primary function.
• Experience working independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Experience with prioritizing tasks and following specified procedures.
• Will be required to be trained and certified with heavy machinery, backhoe, bobcat, forklift, telehandler, scissor lift, manlift.
• Must maintain a valid Texas issued driver’s license and comply with zoo driving policy.

About the Houston Zoo

The Houston Zoo is made up of many moving parts with over 6,000 permanent residents (our animals) for whom we provide housing, meals, medical care and yes, even education! There are over 2 million guests each year who come to experience our incredible variety of animals and ecosystems, as well as attend special private and public events and entertainment. Our dedicated staff works around the clock to ensure that the Zoo is always running smoothly for the safety and well-being of our residents and guests. We strive to ensure the protection of all the counterparts of the animals we have at the Zoo and in the wild.

Join the Houston Zoo and become a part of an organization that is focused on the preservation of wildlife and their habitats by combining conservation with education and promotion of sustainable livelihoods in the local communities. Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits

Full-time, regular positions are offered the following benefits.

• Medical and Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dental
• Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
• Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Supplemental Life
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• 401k, with employer match

Full-time and Part-Time, regular positions are offered the following additional benefits.

• Free Zoo Membership
• Free Guest Passes
• Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs
• Free parking

Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.