Zoological Park Maintainer, Central Park Zoo

Department: Operations and Maintenance | Title: Zoological Park Maintainer | Location: Central Park Zoo | Employment Type: Full-Time | Reports to: Director of City Zoos Operations and Maintenance, Facility Director, O&M Manager and Assistant Manager, Facility O&M Supervisor

WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS runs field programs in 60 countries, operates world‑class zoos, aquariums, and education programs, and employs more than 4,000 diverse team members worldwide.

About the role

To perform work in the maintenance of New York City Zoos buildings, equipment, facilities and grounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and preventive maintenance.
• Repair, renovate, and alter buildings, offices, exhibits, enclosures, pathways, benches, equipment, structures, roofs, gutters and other facilities.
• Perform specialized work, shop work, metalwork, cement work, woodwork, stonework, painting, electrical, plumbing and HVAC utilizing all necessary skills.
• Operate vehicles or other equipment.
• Display proficiency and skills in the use of tools associated with applicable fields.
• Keep records and prepare reports on work performed and materials used.

Qualifications

• At least five years hands‑on experience in some or all fields such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, painting, and use of power tools.
• Valid New York, Connecticut, or New Jersey driver’s license.

Requirements

• Must be able to work Saturdays, Sundays and all holidays.
• Must be able to work overtime if required by supervisor.
• Work indoor and outdoor in all weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity and ability to safely use hand and power tools (e.g., drills, saws) and operate equipment (e.g., tractor, snow‑removal machines, jack hammer, table saw).
• Some tasks require climbing ladders, kneeling, bending, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.

Skills

• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Carpentry
• HVAC
• Painting
• Use of power tools
• Metalwork, cement work, woodwork, stonework
• Vehicle and equipment operation

Pay

Hiring rate: $53,997. 2‑Year incumbent rate: $66,347. Salary range $53,997.

Schedule

Full‑time position requiring availability on weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.