Wildlife Conservation Society

Zoological Park Maintainer, Operations & Maintenance

Wildlife Conservation Society  •  Onsite  •  11 hours ago
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Job Description

Qualification Requirements

  • Valid current driver’s license (preferred).
  • Knowledge of a variety of building maintenance procedures and techniques; knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of public buildings; knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions; skill in reading and following assembly instructions; skills in following safety practices and recognizing hazards; skill in using hand and power tools.
  • Ability to represent WCS in a professional manner and to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees, colleagues, City and other government agencies, outside contractors, and the general public.

Physical Requirements:

  • The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions. Tasks require manual dexterity and ability to safely use tools (e.g. hand tools, table saws, etc.) and operate equipment (e.g. tractor, forklift, etc.). Some tasks require climbing, kneeling, bending, navigating uneven terrain, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings and special events as the schedule demands. Ability to respond to emergencies as requested.

Differential Pay Opportunity (requires training or certification paid for by WCS)

  • Pest Control

EOE/ AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Salary:

Hiring rate: $53,997.00

2-Year Incumbent Rate: $66,347.00

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Opportunity Type

Full-Time

Salary Range

$53,997

Wildlife Conservation Society

About Wildlife Conservation Society

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 programs spanning more than 3 million biologically critical square miles in nearly 60 countries and all the world's oceans. 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 nearly 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Bronx, New York
Year Founded
1895
Website
wcs.org
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