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Technical Facilities Manager 

Description

This is your opportunity to join the dynamic Zoo Operations team at Woodland Park Zoo. Applications are now being accepted for Technical Facilities Manager in the Facilities department. There is one full-time, regular, benefited position to be filled at this time.

SUMMARY

This position oversees and manages work performed by zoo staff, consultants, and contractors involved in designing, fabricating, installing, improving, and maintaining zoo technical facilities. This includes repair and routine maintenance of technical facilities and infrastructure including but not limited to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, civil and related work areas. Work includes project planning, overseeing the preparation of construction documents, scheduling work of contractors and zoo staff, and coordinating and communicating schedules with other departments. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervise, lead, and otherwise direct overall needs analysis, project planning and design/specification development, including determining means and methods of production.
  • Coordinate and monitor projects and assigned work of staff during design and construction, and inspect construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Facilitate flow of information and communication about project and work schedules between zoo staff and other stakeholders.
  • Monitor and control expenditures and report on performance, schedule, and cost deviations; prepare project forecasts as needed, and provide appropriate information to Director of Exhibits and Facilities for financial statements.
  • Prepare and administer project and work schedules, administer budgets and coordinate budgets with Director of Exhibits and Facilities.
  • Manage and supervise in-house labor required for project work with appropriate supervisors.
  • Provides technical expertise and direction to solve technical operational problems
  • Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans
  • Make recommendations to management for prioritization and implementation of projects
  • Enforce safety procedures to insure safe operation of equipment and employee safety.
  • Plan, organize and evaluate facilities maintenance programs and operations for compliance to standards and regulations, and recommend modifications and improvements.
  • Prepare and maintain project status reports and documentation.
  • Receive, verify, code and authorize invoices.
  • Order materials and supplies.
  • Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly and indirectly through subordinate supervisor supervises employees in the Facilities department. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Knowledge and abilities in HVAC, plumbing and electrical required; Journeyman level experience preferred
  • Five years previous supervisory experience in a related field
  • Commitment to the mission of the zoo and the institutions’ Core Values

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor level degree in mechanical, electrical, civil or other related engineering discipline or equivalent; and four to ten years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum of five years previous supervisory experience in the area of facility management, maintenance of buildings or electrical or mechanical systems or in physical plant engineering that includes the operation or maintenance of HVAC systems required.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Valid Washington State driver’s license required.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and data processing programs required. Knowledge of Word and Excel and/or Access preferred. Familiarity with AutoCAD desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; stand, walk and/or sit; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to inspect construction sites. The employee will need to be able to climb ladders and access difficult terrain for the purpose of inspecting work and analyzing existing conditions. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to variable weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

 

 

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS

Applications are only accepted online through our Jobs page at www.zoo.org; no other forms of application will be accepted. Cover letter and resume are REQUIRED when applying for this position. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Applications are due prior to 12:00 AM on the posted Close date (i.e. by 11:59 PM the evening before).

Woodland Park Zoo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression.

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Req Number FAC-14-00004  
EOE Statement Woodland Park Zoo is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in application and employment for any reason, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability or medical status including genetic information, and/or veteran’s status.
 

This position is currently not accepting applications.

To search for an open position, please go to http://WoodlandParkZoo.appone.com



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