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Zoological Park Attendant, Bronx Zoo Maintenance
Internal Job Description: Title: Zoological Park Attendant Department: Maintenance Location: Bronx Zoo Reports To: Maintenance Manager, Supervisor, Assistant Supervisors Position Managed: N/A Employment Type: Union, Full-Time
About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS): WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale.We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
Position Summary: Under close supervision, performs simple routine work consisting of minor task of a varied nature necessary to the operations, facilities and services of The Wildlife Conservation Society.
Principal Responsibilities: • May clean or patrol public buildings, property, and structures of assigned areas thereof, performing maintenance duties to keep order and cleanliness. • Performs incidental minor clerical work, • Performs related work as required
Internal Qualification Requirements: -This position requires a varied working experience: Gardening experience is helpful. -HS Diploma or Equivalent (preferred) -Employee must be able to work Saturdays & Sundays & all holidays
Physical Requirements: -The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions. Tasks require manual dexterity and ability to safely use tools (e.g. drill, wire cutters, computer keyboard) and operate equipment (e.g. vacuum cleaners, pressure washer and related custodial equipment). Some tasks require climbing, kneeling, bending, navigating uneven terrain, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds. -Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings and special events as the schedule demands.
EOE/ AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
Salary: Hiring rate: $39,816.00 2-Year Incumbent Rate: $42,071.00