Electrician

Position Title: Electrician

Department: Facilities

Reports To: Electrician Manager 

Location: Audubon Zoo 

Position Type: Full-time

Who We Are 

Audubon Nature Institute comprises Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Insectarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park

At Audubon Nature Institute, we are more than a collection of parks, museums, and conservation centers—we are a dedicated team with a shared mission to celebrate, protect, and connect people to the wonders of nature. Our work is guided by our culture code, which is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in Activating Impact by integrating tangible, real-world outcomes into all our initiatives, fostering a culture where every action contributes to a positive environmental impact. We are committed to Empowering Optimism, using positivity to inspire others to act and believe in their capacity to create meaningful change. We strive to Create Connection by engaging with people from all walks of life, knowing that the collective strength of a diverse community can address the most pressing challenges facing our natural world. At Audubon, we embody the spirit of Le Bon Temps, infusing the joy and vibrant culture of Louisiana into our everyday work, celebrating our unique heritage while advancing our mission. As Leaders of the Pack, we constantly seek smarter, innovative solutions, challenging conventions to drive the change we want to see in the world.

What You’ll Do 

This position performs highly skilled maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting work

involved with electrical systems. Electrical work may be performed in a number of areas including

heating, refrigeration, motors, fire alarms, and generator equipment to ensure the safety and efficiency of all electrical equipment with Audubon Zoo and Park. 

Day to Day Responsibilities 

•    Make daily rounds to ensure proper operation of all equipment.

•    Make any electrical repairs needed to exhibits throughout both the Zoo and Park.

•    Responsible for repairs, preventative maintenance and record keeping of all lighting systems throughout both the Zoo and Park.

•    Responsible for the installation and maintenance of any special in-house projects, including construction of new systems or exhibits.

•    Respond to all assigned work requests in a timely manner.

•    Assist Pumps department as requested by Director of Facilities.  

•    Must be willing to take continuing education courses as deemed necessary.

•    Must attend all mandatory safety trainings.

•    Must adhere to all regulations regarding animal safety and care.

•    Must be available to work weekends as needed.

•    Must be on call at all times when not on property.

Additional/Overall Skills:

•    Maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of accountability, fostering a collaborative team environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute.

•    Thrive in a team environment, using your organizational and technical skills to ensure the smooth execution of creative projects that resonate with our audience.

•    Celebrate the successes of your team and bring enthusiasm to your work, reflecting the joyful culture that is at the heart of Audubon’s mission.

•    Stay adaptable and open to learning new skills, embracing change and innovation as opportunities to lead and grow.

•    The above listed duties are general statements of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. They do not exclude other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Must Haves: (required for the role)

•     Minimum of five years experience as a certified electrician

•    High school diploma

•    Must hold a class D certification.  Class A certification preferred, and must be obtained within the one year of employment

•    Must have the ability to use mobile devices, computer, fax, scanner, phone and copy machine. Forklift, insulator tester, amp probe, and voltage finder knowledge preferred.

•     proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Outlook

Physical Requirements: (Add per list provided based on role type)

•    Must be able to exert up to 75 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.  

•    Sitting or standing, bending, stooping, and the ability to carry items weighing up to 75 pounds.

•    Constant adequate range of motion and mobility required.

•    Regular near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less required. 

•    Typical ability to collect and analyze numerical and written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions and ability to determine the time, place and sequence of operations or actions required.

•    Regular talking and the ability to express and exchange ideas by means of language expected.

•    Regular hearing and the ability to perceive the nature of sounds.

•    Constant ability to read, record, or type data quickly and accurately required.