Zoological Park Maintainer, Carpentry Shop

About the role

The Zoological Park Maintainer, Carpentry Shop reports to the Operations and Maintenance Management and manages the Carpentry Shop. This position is located at the Bronx Zoo and is union, full-time.

Principal Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance, repair, upgrade, renovation and alteration of buildings, offices, exhibits, enclosures, equipment, structures and other facilities and specialized work with regard to woodworking, shopwork and general carpentry work utilizing all skills necessary to complete such assignment
• Execute all work requiring application of woodworking skills or pertaining to the carpentry field
• Prepare reports in work performed and materials used as required
• Conduct locksmith related work as required
• Clean and fulfill checks and preventive maintenance for vehicles, tools and equipment
• May perform ground maintenance work as required
• Will be required to respond to snow and storm related emergencies to assist with removal and clean-up operations during normal and off-normal business hours
• Perform related tasks and duties as required

Qualification Requirements

• A High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Three (3) years in carpentry work or carpentry allied technical field training
• Valid Driver License
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings
• Ability to respond to emergencies as required
• Must be able to work overtime as required

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• The position requires indoor work and outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Tasks require manual dexterity and the ability to safely use tools and equipment, including but not limited to ladders, hand tools (saws, drills, sanders, wrenches, ratchets, screwdrivers) etc., power tools (battery-powered and electric), and pneumatic (airpowered) tools such as impact guns, torque tools, grinders (including angle grinders)
• Some tasks require climbing, kneeling, bending, reaching, stretching, navigating uneven terrain frequently
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds regularly with or without assistance

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Wildlife Conservation Society is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. The organization is dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce and looks for future team members who share this value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories. It is everyone's responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $53,997.