What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services (EVS) Technician position at Saint Louis Zoo?
SUMMARY: The Environmental Services (EVS) Technician will be responsible for the daily cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiencies of buildings and grounds of the Saint Louis Zoo. As a member of the Facilities and Planning Division, this position will support the Zoo’s mission and advocate the Zoo’s core values and three keys.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following reflects Management’s definition of essential functions for this position but does not restrict additional assigned tasks. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position.
- Maintain the cleanliness of assigned Zoo spaces during designated shift.
- Use tools such as brooms, mops, leaf blowers, vacuums, scrubbers, extractors, etc. to keep designated areas clean and free of debris.
- Work in close collaboration with all Zoo internal departments.
- Ensure that proper safety guidelines and usage of PPE are maintained at all times.
- Know and understand the Zoo employee handbook and adhere to all stated disciplinary actions and personnel policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervision of other employees of mot a responsibility of this position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma of equivalent required.
- Ability to work well in a team environment with subordinates, peers and superiors.
- Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
- Commitment to excellence and high standards.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
- A valid driver’s license preferred.
- Must be able to work weekends, holidays and odd hours as needed.
- All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role, a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances, including marijuana.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to access all areas of buildings, grounds, public and “behind the scenes” exhibit areas located across the Saint Louis Zoo.
- Ability to remain on feet for long periods, climb stairs, bend and stoop.
- Ability to safely lift, carry and load 40 pounds a distance of 20 feet.
- Physical capacity to endure exposure to inclement weather and hazardous situations. Use of proper PPE, engineering controls, and other mitigating tools will be required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position will spend an estimated 50% of their time on grounds and 50% in a building. Significant exposure to weather is possible.