Maintenance Foreman

Tanganyika Wildlife Park • Goddard, KS

10h

About The Position

Craft WOW Moments. Inspire Action. Drive Conservation. At Tanganyika Wildlife Park, we go beyond caring for animals. We create once-in-a-lifetime experiences that make you say "WOW". Inspiring generations to become conservation champions. If you're passionate about animals, driven by purpose, and believe that one moment can change a life then this is where you belong. Why Tanganyika? A Front Row Seat to Conservation in Action We’re not a zoo. We’re an experience. At Tanganyika, you’ll be part of a team pioneering interactive conservation experiences that educate, engage, and empower. We do conservation a bit different our focus is conservation one person at a time. Making people aware of the species, getting them interested, and then calling them to action. Work That Gives You Goosebumps From helping a toddler feed a giraffe for the first time to guiding a training session with a curious lemur, your job here is anything but ordinary. This is the kind of place where work and wonder collide. Real Growth. Real Mentorship. Real Impact. Whether you're starting your career or seeking your next challenge, Tanganyika invests in you . We care about you beyond the workplace with initiatives to help our team reduce their consumer debt to an employee assistance program to our Dream Manager program, we want you to become the best YOU. A Culture That Cares—For Animals and Humans We lead with love, and it shows. Our team is fiercely supportive, deeply passionate, and united by a shared purpose. And yes, your “co-workers” might include sloths, rhinos, and porcupines. Purpose That Reaches Beyond the Park Every moment you create here fuels a global mission. Whether it’s supporting field conservation projects or inspiring a child to become a future biologist, your work leaves a legacy. The Maintenance Foreman leads the team that keeps every part of the park running—facilities, grounds, systems, and infrastructure that support animal care, staff operations, and guest experience. In this role, you’ll take ownership of projects, guide the team, and make sure work is done safely, efficiently, and to standard. If you’re a hands-on leader who thrives on problem-solving, accountability, and teamwork—this is where you belong. Why Lead at Tanganyika? Lead with Purpose As a Maintenance Foreman, you’ll lead the team responsible for keeping our facilities, grounds, and systems safe, functional, and ready for guests every day. Your leadership directly supports animal care, staff operations, and the overall guest experience. Maintain and Improve Our Park You’ll help care for and improve the spaces that support animals, staff, and guests. From routine upkeep to larger improvement projects, your work keeps Tanganyika running safely and efficiently. Support the Mission Behind the Scenes Much of this work happens behind the scenes, but it makes a visible difference. By keeping buildings and systems reliable, you help ensure guests can focus on learning, connection, and conservation. Grow People and the Work Through clear expectations, coaching, and hands-on leadership, you’ll help your team build skills and confidence. You’ll also help improve how work gets done, contributing to a strong, practical, team-focused culture.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience, including leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong working knowledge of general maintenance (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, etc.)
• Proven ability to lead a team and hold others accountable
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Comfortable using work order systems, schedules, and basic tech
• Ability to see and plan for big picture projects

Nice To Haves

• Experience with animal enclosures ideal, but not required

Responsibilities

• Provide strong Leadership, Management, and Accountability (LMA) to your team, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and growth.
• Large portion of position will be in office but has the ability to go onsite to support team as needed and work on projects
• Oversee and assist with preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance
• Assign and monitor work orders, inspections, and projects
• Ensure facilities, buildings and equipment meet safety and operational standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues efficiently
• Schedule staff and coordinate coverage for daily operations and special projects
• Track maintenance needs, supplies, and inventory
• Communicate clearly with leadership and other departments regarding timelines and priorities
• Assist with vendor coordination and oversight when needed
• Promote and enforce safety procedures and best practices
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements
• Standardize processes and support continuous improvement

Benefits

• Salary based on experience
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• HSA
• 401(k) with match
• Unlimited PTO starting at 90 days
• In-House Discounts
• EAP - mental well-being program including therapy sessions for all staff and their immediate family
• Free admission to TWP for yourself and family

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed