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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Building & Grounds Driver works under general supervision, operates trucks, forklifts, street sweepers and related equipment in hauling trash and animal waste, and in cleaning grounds areas; performs related work as required. This position reports to a Supervisor or Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

+ Operates motorized street sweeper

+ Removes animal waste from compounds

+ Loads into dump truck

+ Transports animal waste to dumps and unloads truck

+ Transporting it to trash dumps

+ Steam cleans trash containers

+ Services and cleans assigned vehicles and equipment

+ Possesses good work ethics

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

This position will report to Harter Hospital at the Safari Park and will be primarily responsible for transporting animal carcasses, lab samples, and other hospital supplies between the San Diego Zoo Hospital and Harter Hospital at the Safari Park daily.

JOB EXPERIENCE

+ Education, training and/or experience which clearly demonstrate the knowledge and experience outlined.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

+ Current valid California Driver’s License in good standing

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

+ Methods, materials and equipment

+ Safely and properly operate heavy motor vehicles

+ Operate motorized equipment

+ Communicate and work effectively with others

+ Deal tactfully and courteously with the others in a diverse environment

+ Respond to cautions from co-workers

+ Competently perform the essential functions outlined above

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

+ Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

+ Family Passes

+ Complimentary Tickets

+ Local and In-House Discounts

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

+ Location: Escondido, CA

+ Position Type: Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union

+ Hourly Rate: $22.46

Fraudulent Recruiting

Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail [email protected]. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to [email protected] and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.