General Maintenance Worker

The Calgary Zoo•Calgary, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Take the next step in your career and join the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s incredible Facility Maintenance team! We are seeking a full-time permanent General Maintenance Worker to perform routine preventive, and demand maintenance to buildings, grounds, exhibits, fences, parking lots, and other assets. This is your opportunity to offer your skills to support the care for the wildlife in our care and ensure spaces are ready for the thousands of visitors who come each day to learn about conservation! Our Purpose | We act for wildlife; saving species and inspiring people to join us. Our Core Values | Drive impact, nurture connection, cultivate hope, and be bold.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in building and ground maintenance or new construction is required
A High School Diploma is required.
A valid Class 5 Driver’s license or equivalent is required.
Working knowledge of shop wood working equipment (table saw, skill saw, drills, etc.) and power hand tools is required.
Basic computer skills required.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
Strong focus on customer service is needed.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Alberta Trade Certificate is an asset.
Experience operating bobcats and light machinery is an asset.
Well-developed organizational and communication skills and the ability to work with other trades

Responsibilities

Perform general building, grounds and habitats preventative maintenance and repair tasks including but not limited to interior and exterior; concrete & masonry work, basic carpentry, millwork, painting, furniture, signs, doors, floors, building envelope, fences, gates and other assets.
Carry out daily building maintenance tasks in a timely, efficient and safe manner.
Efficiently perform preventive maintenance tasks as per the CMMS program schedule.
Develop innovative solutions to assist internal customers with maintenance related issues.
Assist in animal transfer and shipping.
Purchase materials as required from suppliers as per the zoo's procurement policy.
Efficiently execute demand work orders as assigned and complete CMMS work order administrative requirements.
Interacts with internal trades, external contractors and all staff Zoo wide as an active collaborative and cooperative team member.
Additional training that may be required and provided by the Zoo includes; WHMIS, workforce orientation, vehicle operator training, zoonotic disease awareness, skid steer training, telehandler training, aerial platform lift training respiratory protection, pest control, ozone awareness training, lock out/tag out, hazard assessment & control, forklift training, fire extinguisher training, fall protection, confined space, Code Adam, asbestos/mold training, transportation of dangerous goods.