PT Temporary Keeper - Commissary

Cincinnati Zoo•Cincinnati, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Commissary Department is looking for a qualified current Zoo employee to join their team as a part-time, temporary Commissary Keeper. This is a part-time, temporary position, not eligible for medical benefits. Scheduled hours will be Monday - Friday, from 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Pay rate is $22.27/hour (Keeper 1). A 30-day layoff period will occur during the calendar year, in accordance with the union contract. The timing of such layoffs will be at the discretion of the zoo, based on what’s best for the operation of the Commissary. This position requires the deduction of union dues. Position Summary: This position receives deliveries of animal food and prepares the daily animal dietary requirements for delivery to the holding areas throughout the park. The responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining a clean work area for the preparation of food, preparing animal nutrition; delivering the animal food; truck(s) upkeep and maintenance; and maintaining a clean work area within the hay barn. This position requires a person to be detail-oriented and able to complete certain tasks within an allotted period. In addition, the truck driving responsibilities may require driving both inside and outside the Zoo.

Requirements

Must pass a fit-for-duty physical exam (paid by the Zoo) prior to being officially placed in the position
Must become forklift & bobcat certified within 60 days of appointment
Must be able to drive trucks with an automatic transmission
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable through the Zoo’s auto/equipment policy
Regularly required to stand; walk; climb or balance; grasp; and negotiate stairs and ladders
Able to safely operate equipment including Zoo vehicles (trucks and forklift), Commissary equipment and devices, such as bone saw, knives, stoves, pallet jacks, etc.
Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
Able to lift/move/carry 50-100 pounds on a routine basis

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication skills
Customer service skills
Efficient use of their time
Detail-oriented
Able to complete certain tasks within an allotted period
Positive attitude that provides vision and opportunities for individuals and the Zoo to grow

Responsibilities

Receives deliveries of animal food
Prepares the daily animal dietary requirements for delivery to the holding areas throughout the park
Maintains a clean work area for the preparation of food
Prepares animal nutrition
Delivers the animal food
Truck(s) upkeep and maintenance
Maintains a clean work area within the hay barn
Drives trucks with an automatic transmission
Drives both inside and outside the Zoo