Zoo Building & Grounds Custodian

Duties: Under the supervision of the Peoria Zoo Custodial and Grounds Maintenance Foreman, the Zoo Building & Grounds Custodian is responsible for:

• Help coordinate regular inspections of all mechanical, plumbing, electrical, heating, and refrigeration/freezing equipment; inspecting vehicles as required; inspecting playground equipment as required.
• Report all major equipment failures immediately to the Foreman for procedural decisions.
• Make reports to the Foreman concerning minor equipment and facility repair.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned mechanical, plumbing, electrical, heating, and refrigeration/freezing equipment.
• Maintain public walkways to the zoo, the grounds, and the park.
• Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repair.
• Construct animal holding crates.
• Assist in moving and loading animals when needed.
• Participate in all mowing and landscaping at the Peoria Zoo and Park.
• Assist part-time employees assigned to maintenance.
• Assist in exhibit repair and construction, including spot painting.
• Report and prepare needed supply lists and review with the Foreman; conduct inventory counts as needed.
• As requested, prepare quotes on maintenance and equipment repair.
• As assigned, prepare and submit work orders. 
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Support all aspects of the Peoria Park District safety program.
• Wear the proper designated uniform during regular zoo hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned:
  • which are reasonably related to the duties described; or
  • which need to be performed promptly to avoid safety hazards to protect Park District property; or
  • which are not generally described in other job descriptions; or
  • when the amount of work exceeds the availability of Park District employees within the appropriate job classification.

Essential Functions: The work requires some physical exertion in handling supplies, equipment, and materials.  Prolonged standing, bending, and stooping, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds are required on a periodic basis.  The programmed activities involve everyday risks, which require normal safety precautions typical of the recreation industry.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Background and some work experience in custodial building maintenance.  Familiarity with grounds keeping and equipment.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Understanding of grounds keeping and maintenance of landscaped areas. 
• Knowledge of approved and current practices used in the maintenance of buildings.
• Working knowledge in the following fields: electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, heating, boiler and air handlers and their controls, and refrigeration equipment. 
• Knowledge of safety factors as they pertain to a zoo facility. 
• Ability to follow written and oral reports. 
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers. 
• Requires Class "D" driver's license.

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid sick days, vacation days and holidays.
• Longevity bonus program and wellness program.
• Pension and retirement programs and Social Security participating.
• Exceptional health plan.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Full-time employees and dependents enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.