What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Plumbing C&M Worker I - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park position at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance?
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSIONThe Senior Construction and Maintenance Worker supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission and vision of saving species worldwide, by combining their trade technical experience with five star internal customer service, mentoring and coaching, to take the best possible care of assigned facilities.The Senior Construction and Maintenance Worker, performs a wide variety of skilled duties in the maintenance, repair and construction of buildings, facilities, grounds and equipment. Possesses journey or equivalent level of functional expertise within any of the following: Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Pump Station Management, Signage, HVAC, Culinary Equipment, Welding, Equipment Operation, Aquatic Life Support Systems, General Construction.Regardless of trade specialty, all workers participate in cross-functional projects as required, to best support their team and the operation.WHAT YOU WILL DO
Uses electronic CMMS system to respond to, record and complete preventative and reactive maintenance work orders. Takes the lead on complex assignments, that require greater skill, experience and/or external vendor resources to complete.
Collaborates closely with and assists team members in other trades, as needed.
Mentors C&M workers, shares functional expertise, and models behaviors, competencies and skills for C&M workers to aspire to.
Builds relationships and coordinates all work closely with operational teams and stakeholders, to mitigate impacts of maintenance activities, and provide five star customer service.
Completes all maintenance work in accordance with required quality standards (state/local building code, manufacturer’s guidelines, etc.)
Researches parts, building plans, GIS maps, manufacturer information and warranties to identify root cause of maintenance issues, and develops permanent solutions.
Routinely keep departmental leadership and team updated on the status of high impact maintenance issues, especially those requiring additional resources.
Able to quickly respond and provide support to occasional after-hour emergencies.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
San Diego Zoo Safari Park is looking for a Senior C&M Worker with an emphasis in plumbing. The ideal candidate should be experienced with diagnosing plumbing issues associated with aging plumbing infrastructure, installing, replacing, maintaining and repairing pipes for water, wastewater, sewerage, gas and other related lines; installing, replacing, maintaining and repairing plumbing fixtures, pumps and valves; inspecting, trouble shooting and repairing water and wastewater leaks. Also to have the experience to estimate materials and labor costs for projects; have the ability to navigate an electronic work order system and perform enter data into an asset management tracking system and perform electronic timecard entry. Proficiency in using a Windows based computer and have the ability to create work summaries using MS Word and Excel is highly preferred.
JOB EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Valid California Drivers License Upon Hire required
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Advanced competence and 5 years journeyman equivalent experience in any recognized building or construction trade.
Safely and properly handle tools and equipment used in assigned building and construction trades.
Able to share skills, and mentor/coach others
Deal tactfully and courteously with others in a diverse environment
Understanding of building codes and quality standards within assigned trades
Understand, interpret and work from blueprints/drawings