Denver Zoois a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations.

Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions -- Inspire Awe: Safety, Care, Connect and by embracing our Core Values of: Welcoming, United, Transformative, Curious Courageous in all that we do. 

The Maintenance Technician I performs work not requiring a license on a regular basis in one or more trades areas including, carpentry, locksmith, glazing, tool machinery, masonry, mechanical maintenance, minor electrical, minor plumbing, minor heating and ventilating, minor refrigeration and air conditioning, and painting.

Our staff is a dedicated and diverse group of individuals committed to providing quality care to our animals while creating moments of awe for guests. If you are a like-minded individual and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced, and innovative culture, Denver Zoo is the place for you! 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Facility Maintenance

• Assists journey level trades workers in the construction, maintenance, and repair of a variety of machinery, equipment, and facility systems and structures.
• Performs maintenance, repair, and replacement of broken equipment or parts including toilets, faucets, electronics, and hydraulics.
• Installs and repairs equipment or parts including floor tile, carpet, ceiling tile, window glass, insulation, dispensers, office furniture and related equipment.
• Cleans, adjusts, and lubricates engines, pumps, and compressors and replaces belts and filters.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to identify construction, maintenance and repair needs including estimating materials, labor, time, and cost of repairs.
• Operates and maintains lightweight vehicles and heavy equipment in connection with assigned duties and responsibilities. This will include performing maintenance required for Zoo attractions equipment including Train and Carousel.

Administration

• Utilize a computer basis work order system for tracking work assignments and work completed.
• Maintain records on attractions and facilities equipment and prepare daily activity reports.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Escort contractors behind scenes and communicating to other Zoo staff when entering and exiting an area, making sure the contractors are working safely, and clean up before leaving.
• May be required to be on-call to address emergent needs and responds to afterhours calls or emergency calls outside of normal scheduled or business hours.
• May participate in snow removal duties.
• Other assistance, as designated by the Multi-Trades Managers, to support the overall goals of the department and organization. Denver Zoo retains the right to add or change duties and/or responsibilities at any time.
• Acts as a good steward of Denver Zoo’s resources.
• The nature of this position requires safeguarding against the release of confidential and proprietary information of Denver Zoo.
• This position will interact with managers at all levels and staff members across the organization, in addition to members of external organizations and the public].

Technical / Professional Requirements & Qualifications

• Completion or in pursuit of a or high school degree or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• One (1) year of experience performing a variety of duties in construction, mechanical, or facility maintenance or any equivalent combination of experience, lived experience, and/or special skills.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite are preferred.
• Requires organizational skills, written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work and tasks. Requires adaptability to produce and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-task and changing environment, and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Requires the ability to embrace, support, and integrate Denver Zoo’s philosophies to promote and demonstrate its commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity, and anti-racism. 

Position Conditions

• Ability to pass a physical examination, background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
• Clear driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Schedule Availability: Four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts including weekends and evenings as needed. 
• Work Location: On campus

Compensation

Range for this position is $21.19 - $25.43 (hourly).

Benefits

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision benefits; life insurance; short term and long-term disability; 403(b) retirement plan; and vacation and sick leave. 

Application Process and Timelines

Application deadline: June 13th, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately. Denver Zoo reserves the right to close the position prior to this date. 

Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as nonwhite, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA community, and those with lived experience with racism and/or misogynoir are encouraged to apply for this role. 

Denver Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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