Denver Zoo is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations.

Denver Zoo honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions -- Inspire Awe: Safety, Care, Connect and by embracing our Core Values of: Welcoming, United, Curious, Courageous and Transformative in all that we do.

The Custodial Technician is responsible for cleaning including but not limited to vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping, polishing floor surfacing and emptying waste for offices, grounds, and facilities around the Zoo on a daily basis. 

• Schedule Availability: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, five days a week, including weekend days.

Our staff is a dedicated and diverse group of individuals committed to providing quality care to our animals while creating moments of awe for guests. If you are a like-minded individual and thrive in a dynamic, fast paces and innovative culture, Denver Zoo is the place for you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily tasks that include cleaning and sanitizing of all assigned cleanable surfaces including but not limited to vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping, polishing floor surfacing and emptying waste for offices and facilities on a daily basis.
• Properly disinfect and clean high use areas daily, including but not limited to restrooms and kitchens. And various surface areas throughout the Zoo grounds, including indoor and outdoors areas.
• Clean biohazard waste using the proper PPE.
• Pick up litter and debris throughout the zoo.
• Participate in snow removal operations and is available to work a variable schedule, including early hours, weekends, evenings, and occasional holidays as an on-call status for snow removal.
• Operate light equipment used for minor and major projects.
• Adheres to established procedures to provide a safe working environment.
• Properly cleans and maintains equipment.
• Follows procedures for storage and disposal of trash and transports it to designated areas.
• Reports maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Properly secure all doors within the assigned area.
• Replenish disposable products such as soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc.

Technical / Professional Requirements & Qualifications

• Work experience as custodian/ janitor or a similar role.
• Working knowledge of industry equipment and how to maintain facilities.
• Possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Skill in understanding and following oral, illustrated, written or demonstrated instructions.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safe work environment for self and others.
• Ability to follow all Denver Zoo safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Position Conditions

• Ability to pass a physical examination, background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 
• Schedule Availability: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, five days a week, including weekend days
• Work Location: On campus

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $18.29-$21.02 (hourly).

Benefits

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision benefits; life insurance; short term and long-term disability; 403(b) retirement plan; and vacation and sick leave. 

Application Process and Timelines

Application deadline: July 5, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately. Denver Zoo reserves the right to close the position prior to this date. 

Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as nonwhite, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA community, and those with lived experience with racism and/or misogynoir are encouraged to apply for this role. 

Denver Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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