About the role
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Position Description
Position Title: Maintenance Technician
Department: Facilities
Supervisor: Maintenance Manager
Position Status: Full Time
Company Overview:
Nashville Zoo is dedicated to inspiring a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation, and leadership. With a diverse collection of animals and a commitment to wildlife preservation, we provide engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.
Position Description:
Responsible for the inspection, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and general repair of the zoo. Performs assignments related to the upkeep of any zoo buildings, grounds, property, and animal habitats in a timely and efficient manner.
Duties and Responsibilities: • Team player who can follow directions and can make logical decisions. • Perform general facilities duties including carpentry, drywall, masonry, welding, electrical work, plumbing, and basic HVAC. • Safely operate construction related vehicles and machinery; this may include tractors, skid steer, lifts, and loaders. • Safely operate battery and electric power tools. • Assist all zoo departments with departmental repairs or maintenance related initiatives; this may include grounds, horticulture, and animal departments. • Complete maintenance on animal habitats and support facilities while being able to follow all the rules regarding the animal safety and their habitats. • Partner with outside contractors and volunteer groups on assigned projects. • Assist with the setup and take down of special events. • Receive and input work order information into a computer and cell phone.
Qualifications • Three years of facilities or maintenance experience is preferred. • Operating knowledge of power tools, machinery, and safety related equipment. • Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and make repairs that may include electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. • Manual dexterity to use several types of power tools. • Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions; may need work in confined spaces. • Able to work safely with ladders and work at heights. • Strong general maintenance, plumbing, and basic HVAC skills are preferred. • Basic computer and typing skills are required. • Ability to work a flexible work schedule. • The ability to effectively work solo or part of a team is required. • Demonstrate a daily commitment to Nashville Zoo's mission and values. • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Education/ Experience: • Must be at least 18 years of age. • High school diploma or GED equivalent. • 1 year of general maintenance experience required.
Physical Responsibilities: • Ability to work outdoors year-round, including in inclement weather. • Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period. Applicants must be able to bend, stoop and extend themselves, etc., as required for assigned tasks. • Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance.
Work Schedule: • Weekdays, typically 7:00am to 3:30pm • Some holiday work or weekend work may be required. • Some work on special events may be required.
Pre-employment requirements: • Nashville Zoo is an EEO Institution and a Drug Free Workplace. • Candidates for this position must submit to a criminal background check and pass a drug test. • Candidates for this position are subject to pre-employment and annual Tuberculosis Screenings.
Pay Range
$22.29—$22.29 USD
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