Supervisor, Mechanic Shop

Houston Zoo, Inc. • Full-time • Trammells, TX, Harris County, TX, US • $60k - $80k / year • 1d ago

6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030, USA Job Description Posted Monday, November 11, 2024 at 7:00 AM The Supervisor, Mechanic Shop will supervise, train, and coordinate daily activities of personnel engaged in mechanical work. Promote excellent environmental services, provide facilities upkeep, and ensure the highest degree of project facilitation from beginning to end. Works alongside team members daily to ensure quality. Maintain a valid Texas driver’s license and comply with the policy on driving. Our Mission: Houston Zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife. Our Vision: Houston Zoo will be a leader in the global movement to save wildlife. Job Duties and Responsibilities Supervise/manage/direct the selection, training, development, appraisal, and work assignments of personnel. Preparing and submitting required reports and maintaining budget goals. Inspect the quality of work performed by crews and contractors in area of responsibility and prepare reports concerning the work. Assist with Interviews and selection of staff and conduct performance reviews. Train personnel in work procedures and requirements. Handle staff relations issues and communicate with upper management. Manage multiple projects at one time and must prioritize appropriately. Communicate with other departments on work plans. Ensure world-class service is being delivered to zoo guests. Establish work standards and procedures and evaluate results. Investigate and respond to guest complaints. Order supplies, parts, chemicals, and other materials and maintain area within budget. Maintain various records and reports to monitor and track work activities. Responsible for assuring completion of teams assigned work orders in a timely fashion. Responsible for making sure all staff are in proper zoo uniform with name tags and work badges. Work closely with the Special Events staff to ensure all events are a success. Ensure staffs appropriate use of equipment and PPE. Contributes to saving animals in the wild through: reduction of waste, water and energy use and inspiring guests and staff to take wildlife protection actions. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree (B. A.); or two to five years related supervisory experience in Mechanical work and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. About Houston Zoo Houston Zoo is made up of many moving parts with over 6,000 permanent residents (our animals) for whom we provide housing, meals, medical care and, yes, even education There are over 2 million guests each year who come to experience our incredible variety of animals and ecosystems, as well as attend special private and public events and entertainment. Our dedicated staff works around the clock to ensure that the Zoo is always running smoothly for the safety and well-being of our residents and guests. Join Houston Zoo and become a part of an organization that is focused on the preservation of wildlife and their habitats by combining conservation with education and promotion of sustainable livelihoods in the local communities. Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis. Benefits Full-time, regular positions are offered the following benefits. Medical and Prescription Drug Vision Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid) Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid) Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid) Supplemental Life Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account 401k, with employer match Full-time and Part-Time, regular positions are offered the following additional benefits. Free Zoo Membership Free Guest Passes Discounts on Food, Merchandise, Attractions, Admission and Programs Free parking Houston Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030, USA J-18808-Ljbffr

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