San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Lead Construction & Maintenance Worker will support San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s mission of saving species worldwide by assigning, inspecting, supervising, and participating in the work of crews engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities and grounds.  This position reports to the Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assigns, supervises, inspects work of maintenance and construction personnel
• Participates in the work of maintenance and construction
• Ensures maintenance and construction crews observe safety rules and practices
• Determines priority and makes work assignments in accordance with priorities
• Inspects grounds, buildings, animal enclosures and other facilities
• Prepares drawings for construction, alteration and repair projects
• Determines tools, equipment, and materials necessary for projects
• May drive motorize vehicles on and off grounds
• Trains other maintenance and construction personnel
• Keeps records and files
• Estimates project time, materials and equipment from blueprints and drawings
• Meets requirements, or higher, in all categories of annual performance evaluation
• Adheres to all SDZWA and department policies and practices
• Models punctuality and professionalism
• Exemplifies the highest standard of work ethics
• Performs consistently above Society performance standards
• Practices the GRRREAT Customer Service Standard

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

San Diego Zoo Safari Park is looking for a Lead Construction and Maintenance Worker with an emphasis in plumbing.  The ideal candidate should be experienced with diagnosing plumbing issues associated with aging plumbing infrastructure, installing, replacing, maintaining and repairing pipes for water, wastewater, sewerage, gas and other related lines; installing, replacing, maintaining and repairing plumbing fixtures, pumps and valves; inspecting, trouble shooting and repairing water and wastewater leaks. Also to have the experience to estimate materials and labor costs for projects; have the ability to navigate an electronic work order system and perform enter data into an asset management tracking system and perform electronic timecard entry. Proficiency in using a Windows based computer and have the ability to create work summaries using MS Word and Excel is highly preferred. 

• EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Current valid California Driver’s license in good standing

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • Methods, practices, and procedures in one or more of the building and construction trades
  • Safety methods and practices in the building and construction trades
  • Methods and practices of training and supervision
  • General water chemistry
  • Effective leadership skills
  • Schedule, inspect and supervise
  • Recognize and distinguish between colors and/or sounds
  • Deal tactfully and courteously with others in a diverse environment
  • Understand and carry out instructions
  • Understand, interpret, and work from blueprints and drawings
  • Estimate time and materials       
  • Competently perform the duties of one or more of the building and construction trades
  • Perform each essential job function at a high level  

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: Escondido, CA
• Position Type: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
• Hourly Rate: $32.16 

Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org.  If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately. 

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. 

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.