NEOGOV · 10 hours ago
ZOO MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - 0126
150 Cleveland Park Drive - Greenville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$41K/yr - $52K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a ZOO MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN to perform multi-trade work in the construction, renovation, installation, maintenance, and repair of the Zoo’s facilities and exhibits. The role involves ensuring the safety of animals, staff, and the public while performing basic repairs and preventive maintenance on Zoo property and equipment.
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Responsibilities
Perform Facility Maintenance and Repairs: Obtain and complete work order requests. Receive plans, make material list, and acquire materials. Build necessary walls, doorways, windows in conformance to building codes and standards. Install drywall and perform painting. Replace or repair broken equipment, tools, fences, or water lines. Identify water leaks, isolate, expose pipes and make repairs. Make plumbing repairs/replacements to faucets, spigots, and hydrants; clear storm, sanitary-sewer, and localized drains along walkways, in exhibits and restrooms, and multiple buildings. Install temporary lighting as needed. Repair damage to buildings or exhibits constructed of wood or concrete. Patch walkways and roadways. Perform general upkeep on Zoo buildings’ electrical systems. Install and repair electrical systems wiring, circuit breakers, equipment and other components so that they remain at full functioning capacity. Collaborate on exhibit design and construction including fabricating structures and mechanisms. Install wire mesh for caging and ensure security. Collaborate on construction projects for buildings and exhibits (e.g., set poles, hang mesh, install or repair sheet rock, paint, remove/replace pavers, etc.). Perform basic irrigation, plumbing, and concrete-work as needed. Change out filters for water sources and HVAC systems. Maintain fluorescent and floodlights, as well as install new lighting, fans, misters etc. Ensure restrooms are clean, fully stocked, and functioning properly. Maintain a safe work environment
Perform Grounds Maintenance: Maintain perimeter fence-line in accordance with established standards. Clean picnic areas, collect and empty trash, and maintain clean walkways. Plant trees and shrubs, mow, trim, over-seed, fertilize, mix soil and spread, water, aerate, and apply pesticide application for disease, weed, and insect control on turf, annuals, perennials, and shrubs. Install and remove plant material (annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs) during appropriate times of the year. Prepare soil and install sod on designated grass areas. Install mulch for trees, plants, and large designated areas. Remove dead or dangerous tree limbs. Remove snow and spread ice melt
Support Zoo Operations: Receive and unload large deliveries for gift shop, concession, animal commissary, education or construction materials and transport to appropriate location. Transport diverse materials to various animal areas. Maintain inventory for janitorial and maintenance related supplies. Coordinate car and bus parking. Train Animal Care staff in the proper use of tools and equipment for basic maintenance of animal exhibits. Collaborate on oil changes on mowers and other equipment requiring regular maintenance. Collaborate on maintaining gas for all vehicles, gas cans for equipment, and diesel for skid steer. Place orders for paper and plastic products
Perform Event Setup and Breakdown: Participate in events and general Zoo activities. Assist in coordinating and implementing logistics from set-up through break-down, including managing equipment and erecting structures as assigned. Provide electrical feed to meet event needs
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Over two (2) years of experience in facility maintenance (e.g. basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry)
CPR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within one year of employment
SC Non-Commercial Pesticide License (category 3) within six (6) months of employment
Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License
Benefits
Health Insurance
Leave & Holiday Benefits
Retirement Benefits
Awards & Recognition
Other Benefits & Opportunities
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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