Park Operations Team Member

From assisting with daily grounds operations throughout the Zoo, to setting-up and breaking down events, to general maintenance and cleaning to ensure our facilities are pristine, Park Operations Team Members are always on go!Behind the scenes, our full-time Park Operations Team Members work hard to keep Indiana’s favorite destination safe and clean for families to continue creating memorable experiences. We are currently on the hunt to add an enthusiastic individual to our Park Operations Department!
Ideal candidates are committed to advancing the Zoo’s mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world. Though this position is not responsible for animal care, our Guest Services team is integral to the Zoo’s operations. A cooperative and team-oriented personality is vital to this position along with the ability to work relatively independent with limited supervision. A background in operating small equipment (power washer, leaf blower, leaf vacuum, etc.) is highly desired. A high school diploma or equivalent is required along with a valid Indiana driver’s license record that is insurable by the Zoo’s insurance. Driver’s license must be “active”.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supports the Zoo’s mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world.

• Assists with non-catered event setups and season event setups such as CATZ, Zoo Boo, and Zoobilation.
• Assists with the maintenance and set-up of Audio-Visual equipment throughout the Zoo.
• Cleans and vacuums event spaces to ensure cleanliness standards are maintains.
• Assists with general storage areas, ensuring that they are properly stocked and inventoried including DHF and Miller Eads.
• Ensures all Zoo sanitation, chemical handling and safety standards are adhered to.
• Maintains, the equipment at the Zoo, and maintains the buildings to the highest quality as requested. Keeps all equipment in good working order.

• Ensures that Zoo safety standards are followed.

Working Requirements and Conditions:

• Must be have flexible availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Different shift work may be required.
• Frequent exposure to outdoor environmental conditions, which include inclement weather, cold and hot temperatures, and humidity.
• Ability to frequently move from area to area while transporting items (up to 50 pounds) across Zoo grounds for various needs and the ability to position items (up to 100 pounds) short distances.
• Ability to ascend/ descend ladders, steps, and uneven terrain, while maintaining body equilibrium to perform various jobs.
• Ability to detect, assess, identify and observe surroundings to make sound judgments, along with the ability to communicate verbally, comprehend and decipher information accurately, using a two-way radio and telephone.
• Must follow Universal Protection Precautions and Blood borne Pathogens Guidelines. There is possible occupational exposure (Category B employee) to human blood borne pathogens. The option for Hepatitis B series is available.

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license insurable by the Zoo’s insurance.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing including a criminal history and driving record check, and a drug test. The Indianapolis Zoo is requiring all Zoo employees and volunteers to be Covid-19 vaccinated unless individuals require a medical or religious belief accommodation. If hired, vaccination must be completed prior to first working day or accommodation request must be approved prior to first working day.

The Indianapolis Zoo offers a competitive benefits package to all eligible (full-time/ 40 hr./ week) employees. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Immediate Paid Holidays, and a complimentary Zoo membership for employees.

*
To apply: *

• Interested candidates must complete an online Zoo application by the August 8, 2022 application deadline.
• Attach a resumé and cover letter to your application to increase your chances.

_
The Indianapolis Zoo is proud to be a Smoke-Free/ Drug-Free/ Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)/ Child Safe Work Environment._

Job Type: Full-time