General Maintenance 3 - Electrician

The General Maintenance 3 employee, under direction of the Associate Zoo Buildings Manager, performs skilled tasks which require specialized training, considerable experience and proven abilities. This includes, but is not limited to, the skills of welding/fabricating, masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc., as they relate to industrial building maintenance and construction. 

Essential Functions: 

• Performs master level electrical work.
• Performs aspects of building maintenance including, but not limited to, drywall installation, cabinetry, flooring, locksmithing, ceiling tile repairs, plumbing, electrical, welding, etc., as assigned.
• Operates equipment such as tractors, chain saws, generators, dump trucks, wheel loaders, backhoes, excavators, and skidsteers.
• Performs safe digging operations around active utilities.
• Provides construction labor for road and path paving, drainage tile, wood deck installation and other construction projects.
• Provides work direction to seasonal employees, as assigned.
• Paints buildings, fences, structures, etc., as directed.
• Responds to fire alarm systems, when required.
• Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area.
• Keeps supervisor informed of key issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent. 

Equipment Used (Not Limited To): 

• ​Special skilled trades tools (i.e., power saws, drills, chain saws, welding equipment, electrical test equipment, etc.).
• Various vehicles including backhoe, excavator, tractor, dump truck, bucket truck, etc.
• Personal computer.