Senior Mechanic - San Diego Zoo

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 Senior Mechanic under general supervision performs skilled mechanical repair and maintenance on large buses (diesel and gasoline), rams, vehicles, and other equipment.  This position reports to the Transportation Supervisor. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform automotive electrical and welding work
• Perform tune-ups and servicing
• Diagnose mechanical defects on buses, trams, trucks, vans, automobiles, and other mechanical equipment
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems
• Make necessary repairs, such as overhauls, tune-ups, adjusting and repairing transmissions, replacing and adjusting bearings, adjusting ignitions and carburetors, and relining and adjusting brakes
• Perform preventive maintenance work on vehicles, including lubrication and oil changes
• Repair suspension systems
• Repair vehicle air-conditioning systems
• Order and stocks consumable parts  (i.e. oil filter/air filter)
• Make emergency road calls
• Keep simple records
• Make body and fender repairs and painting
• Perform arc and gas welding
• Tune engines using standard testing equipment
• Contacts parts dealers and orders needed parts and supplies
• Maintains shop in clean, safe and orderly condition
• Adhere to all SDZWA and department policies and practices
• Model for punctuality and professionalism
• Exemplify the highest standard of work ethics
• Perform consistently above organization performance standards
• Perform work from elevations, up to 90 feet in height 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR  

• JOB EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years’ experience in automotive electrical repair and maintenance    

• EDUCATION AND CERFICATIONS

• An example of which would be one or more year’s journey-level experience in automotive and electrical repair and maintenance
• Skyride maintenance experience desirable
• Valid California driver license in good standing is required

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Principles of internal combustion engines
• Methods, tools, material and equipment used in the maintenance and repairs of mechanical equipment
• Effective customer relations skills
• Effective leadership skills
• Determine mechanical defects and make necessary repairs
• Use standard automotive shop tools and equipment
• Use various types of electrical and automotive test equipment
• Distinguish color-coded wiring and monitor engine sounds
• Communicate and work effectively with others
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the others
• Respond to cautions from co-workers
• Operate motorized equipment and vehicles

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: City, CA
• Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
• Hourly Rate: $31.69

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 sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org.  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 sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org 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.