Job Family: Park Maintenance
Location: Bronx Zoo
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Department: Various
Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Rate: $17/hour
Schedule: Must be able to work 5 days per week which includes weekends and holidays. Schedule varies and is dependent on weather and guest attendance; schedule subject to change through the spring and summer.
Earn your stripes in operational support! Making our park look its best is at the heart of every great guest experience. The hard work and dedication of our maintenance and cleaning staff makes all the difference! You can be a part of this team and gain valuable work experience along the way.
Apply now! We’ll consider you for several openings:
Attendant Essential duties may include:
• Maintaining the order and cleanliness of public restrooms, exhibit buildings, and/or administrative offices.
• Ensuring restrooms are fully stocked, and that there is no debris either in the restrooms or adjacent areas.
• Maintain grounds within a given area of the Bronx Zoo, pulling weeds and raking leaves, using equipment and tools
• Collecting brush, debris, and recyclables and disposing of them in accordance with WCS procedures
• Providing excellent service to guests, including maintaining general knowledge of park attractions and amenities
Internal Qualification Requirements
Positions require:
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and/or move 20-50 pounds
• Comfortable being exposed to cold and hot weather conditions
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well within a team
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer:
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization 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. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same 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. Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.
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