Facilities Maintenance Assistant for Zoo

The City of Idaho Falls is accepting applications for the full- time position of Zoo Facilities Maintenance Assistant for the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the construction, repair, cleaning and maintenance of zoo grounds, buildings and facilities. Works under close supervision of the full-time permanent Zoo Staff. May provide direction to zoo volunteers, community service workers or work detail. Position is year round with pro-rated benefits available. Assists the Zoo Facilities Maintenance Specialist with day to day facilities and grounds maintenance, operations and repair projects, construction projects, and cleaning and maintenance of zoo buildings (to include public restrooms, offices, and equipment and tool storage areas). Performs repairs and construction by utilizing a variety of hand and power tools which may include shovel, rake, lawn mower, weed trimmer, chain saw, circular saw, drill, table saw, and others to ensure the safety of the animals, employees, volunteers, and the public. Observes public to insure that safety regulations are adhered to. Assists with preparing zoo facilities for special events or promotions. 1.

Education and Experience:

A. Sufficient education and training to demonstrate an ability or aptitude to perform above duties; AND B. Six (6) months experience in construction, facilities maintenance, grounds keeping, or related fields; OR C. An equivalent combination of education and experience. 2.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Some knowledge of basic maintenance procedures; some knowledge of basic carpentry; some knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to above duties. Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools: ability to work in all weather extremes; ability to perform strenuous physical labor, ability to operate small motorized vehicles; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to develop effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public. 3.

Special Qualifications:

Must be able to work some late shifts, holidays and weekends. Must be able to follow zoo safety procedures and protocols. Must have a valid Idaho driver's license or be able to obtain one within two months of hire. Experience with concrete work and basic plumbing is desirable. Experience with heavy equipment (bobcat, backhoe) is desirable. Job offer will be contingent on final candidate passing a background check. This position is at the Zoo and involves working around exotic animals. Tasks involve exposure to dust, allergens and zoonotic disease. Tasks require a variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending at the waist, reaching, lifting (regularly lifting 50 pounds and occasionally moving up to 80 pounds). Talking, hearing and seeing are essential to the performance of the job. Daily exposure to weather extremes and seasonal conditions. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity exists. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, discriminating thinking.