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| Maintenance Ride Technician |
| Department: |
Maintenance |
| Deadline To Apply: |
Until Filled |
| Contact Name / Title: |
careers@lowryparkzoo.com |
| FAX: |
813-935-9486 |
| Posting Information: |
Full Time with Benefits |
| Hours / Week: |
40+ |
| Position Summary: |
This is an entry level position responsible for executing maintenance and inspections on all Zoo rides and vehicles. |
| Skills Needed: |
- Knowledge of mechanical systems and machinery
- Knowledge of engines, lubrication, bearings, hydraulics, electric, and alignment
- Skilled in the use of tools pertinent to machinery, and general shop duties
- Welding and electrical skills preferred
- Motivated self-starter- Must be able to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational abilities
- Effective communication skills—Ability to develop positive relationships with members of all departments
- Ability to complete projects in a reasonable time frame, to the complete satisfaction of the customer
- Deal courteously and tactfully with employees, peers, superiors, and the general public
- Working knowledge of hand and power tools
- Read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and other diagrams
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| Job Responsibilities: |
- Performs All daily pre opening safety inspections on zoo rides
- Performs all daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly ride PM’s (Including lubrication)
- Performs all routine maintenance on Zoo vehicles (Including lubrication)
- Maintains an inventory of tools, equipment and supplies
- Inspects and monitors facilities and equipment and for public safety, maintenance, repair, and/or replacement needs.
- Prepares and maintains maintenance records and reports.
- Develops and maintains positive relations and communications with Zoo staff and the general public
- Supports other Facility positions as needed for the successful operation/repair of zoo related issues
- And other related duties as assigned.
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| Education/Experience: |
- Graduation from high school or equivalent,
- Four years of experience in general maintenance operations
- Prefer a minimum of three years experience as an automotive or maintenance mechanic
- Prefer prior Ride Maintenance experience
- Prefer Journeyman level of experience and education
- A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum educational requirements.
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| Physical Requirements: |
- Ability to work outdoors in temperature and humidity extremes
- Must be able to lift in excess of 50 lbs
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
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Please mail, fax or drop off completed applications to:
Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL 33604-5958
Fax (813) 935-9486
Print an Employment Application
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-Free Workplace
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