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Supervising Maintainer, Machine Shop

Wildlife Conservation Society and Careers
Bronx, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
02-Dec-2025

Supervising Maintainer, Machine Shop

Bronx Zoo
Full-Time
BZ-OPERATIONS

Job Description

About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
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 at scale. We 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.


Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs responsible work in maintaining zoological park buildings and equipment. In the zoological park, may assist the head of a general or specialized maintenance force.


Principal Responsibilities

  • Performs or supervises the performance of responsible general maintenance or specialized work with regard to metal, cement and stonework.
  • Performs or supervises roof and gutter repairs and grounds maintenance.
  • May operate compressor or other machine shop equipment.
  • Performs related work as required.
  • Must work from a 40-foot ladder.

Qualification Requirements

  • High school graduate
  • (3) years’ experience in building construction and repair
  • Valid New York State Driver’s License
  • NYC Welding License / American Welding Society (AWS) 3G and 4G certification
Physical Demands
The physical demands include but are not limited to the use of a Keyboard, 10-key, Mouse, and Telephone Use, Handwriting, Sitting, Standing, Crouching, Kneeling, Bending, Walking, Stair Climbing, minimal Driving, and Lifting up to 50lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer
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.

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Salary Range

$74,029

Salary : $74,029

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