Maintenance Technician Position Available In Erie, New York

Buffalo. Maintenance Technician. The Buffalo Zoo. Full Time.

The Buffalo Zoo is looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician that possesses one or more skillsets that demonstrate mechanical aptitude; proficiency in one or more of the skilled service, maintenance or building trades. Can perform routine repairs on Zoo structures, machinery, and plumbing fixtures on a variety of mechanical equipment. Must have knowledge of building codes, structure repair, building system troubleshooting and repair (i.e. electrical, plumbing, etc.), amusement ride maintenance, material fabrication, mechanical repair, carpentry, welding, masonry and painting skills.

Benefits / How to ApplyThis is a full-time, CSEA union, non-exempt hourly position. Some of the benefits available include health plan, HRA/HSA/FSA, life insurance, long term disability insurance, dental, vision, 403B retirement plan, annual leave, holiday, and sick time benefits. Benefits available the month following the successful passing of a 60-day worked probationary period review (sick time available upon hire).Pay range dependent upon skills and experience: $21.86 – $27.15 per hour.

Please submit resume outlining education and experience (no phone calls please).

Position open until filled:

joliver@buffalozoo.org

Buffalo ZooAttn:

Maintenance Technician300 Parkside AvenueBuffalo, NY 14214For more information about the Buffalo Zoo, please visit our website at: http://www.buffalozoo.org Position QualificationsEducation (Minimum Desired):

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Associates degree, specialized training, and/or certifications from a technical college in construction-related fields are preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Experience (Minimum Desired):

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Skills:

• Understand and carryout instructions.
• Strong interest in one or more of the skilled service, maintenance or building trades.
• Verbal and written ability to communicate with Zoo staff. Able to interact positively with a variety of individuals from varied socioeconomically backgrounds frequently.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• A strong safety-minded attitude is essential.

Essential FunctionsUnder the supervision of the Director of Facilities and Construction, the Maintenance Technician performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the construction, repair, cleaning and maintenance of Zoo grounds, buildings and facilities.

• Primary accountability for specific functions and results. The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or changed as necessary.
• Perform facilities maintenance duties, including but not limited to, maintaining and performing routine repairs on Zoo structures, equipment, machinery, plumbing and electrical fixtures on a variety of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Will be asked to perform a variety of trade functions, including but not limited to, carpentry, carpet/tile installation, small electrical projects, paint, masonry, plumbing, locksmith, auto repairs, and welding (depending on skills).
• Perform daily inspections of all rides and other equipment onsite as assigned.

See the full job description https://buffalozoo.org/about/#careers