Facilities Technician

Maryland Zoo is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status General Summary: The FacilitiesTechnician ensures that the Zoo facilities, grounds and equipment are safe and functional.This position is responsible for performing routine and specialized maintenancetasks to support the Zoo's operations which will include mechanical, electrical, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning aswell as other tasks such as plumbing, doors and locks, door systems, roofsystems, and structural components. Additionally, the Facilities Technicianwill support the Zoo's mission to save wildlife and protect wild places andcontribute to its environmental, social, governance sustainability,conservation, education, and DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion)goals. EssentialFunctions Primary Functions: Performs generalmaintenance tasks, including lighting, drywall repair, painting, carpentry, andfurniture movement. Conductscheduled inspections and servicing of equipment, and utilities to prevent breakdownsand ensure efficiency. Respondpromptly to calls throughout the facility and perform necessary repairs. Changefilters, clean drains and gutters, and ensure proper functioning of systemssupporting building operations. Maintaintools, equipment and supplies in an orderly and functional manner. Install andrepair signage as needed ensuring proper placement. Perform alltasks in compliance with company policy and safety guidelines. Perform othertasks and projects as assigned. Communication: Publish a daily report of worked performed and anycurrent problems/issues/challenges. Minimum Qualifications Education: HighSchool diploma or equivalent. 5+years of experience working in building operations or maintenance. Experience/Training: Previousautomotive experience, including maintaining and/or repairing items such asgolf carts, small engines, or trucks is a plus. Validdriver's license a must. CDLdriver's license is a plus. Experiencemaintaining and repairing a variety of HVAC systems is a plus. Traits Desirable: Mechanicalaptitude Mustbe team-oriented Abilityto work with a wide variety of individuals from ethnic, cultural and economicbackgrounds Equipment: Mustbe able to operate a variety of machines, power tools, hand tools, andequipment including computer, telephone, two-way radio, and golf cart, etc. Working Conditions: Mustbe able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 25 pounds frequentlyand/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry,push, pull or otherwise move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work; must be ableto remain on feet for periods of time, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull,climb, balance; Mustbe able to stand and remain active for an eight-hour shift; Must be able to walk large areasof the Zoo as needed; Must be able to work in an outdoor weather environment inall seasons and weather, including heat/humidity, cold temperatures, snow andice, and/or wet conditions; Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends,holidays, special events, an to assist with emergencies as needed; Exposure to zoonotic diseases and risk of animal attack; Exposure to potential environmental hazards such as poisonoak/ivy, uneven terrain, insect bites/stings, and Hepatitis B depending on theposition. Benefits: We offer an excellent benefitspackage including 24 days of Paid Time Off, Sick and Safe Leave and 2 paidholidays. Eligible for medical/dental/vision coverage as well as short termdisability/long term disability/life insurance. 401k with employer match. Disclaimer: The statements above are intended to describe the generalnature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to thisclassification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustivelist of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel soclassified. Therefore, management reserves the right to revise the job orto require that other or different tasks be performed. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.

Created: 2026-03-11