Now hiring, immediate opening. Starting pay for this position is $10.56 per hour. The Seasonal Craftsman, Equipment Repair contributes to the success of the Chicago Zoological Society by performing effective maintenance of the Carousel to ensure safe, efficient, and mechanically sound operation to assure this attraction is safe and available to the public in order to contribute to an overall extraordinary guest experience and to appropriately maintain Society physical assets thus contributing to the Society's overall financial sustainability.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Lead Craftsman and Assistant Lead Craftsman in carrying out daily operational checks associated with the operation of the Carousel attraction. This includes visual inspections of all operating components for proper and safe mechanical operation, engaging attraction in required daily test cycles, ensuring proper fluid levels are maintained, verifying all mechanical elements are receiving the proper rates of lubrication as required, and re-lamping of attraction as needed.
• Assist Lead Craftsman and Assistant Lead Craftsman in routine disassembly and reassembly of Carousel figures for inspection and required lubrication.
• Maintain proper and accurate records associated with daily operational checks.
• Assist Lead Craftsman and Assistant Lead Craftsman in other duties as required.
• Maintain proper and accurate inventory levels of required operating supplies (such as lubricants and light bulbs) to established par levels.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Auto req ID
1536BR

Union Status
Union
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• High school diploma or (GED) equivalent required.


• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.


• Experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience.


• A valid driver's license is required on date of hire. If you are an Illinois resident, you must possess a valid Illinois driver's license at the time of hire or must obtain one within 90 days of hire. A valid out-of-state driver's license is required at time of hire if the employee is an out-of-state resident.


• One or more of the following licensures may be required: Valid \"C\" or \"B\" (CDL) Driver\u0027s License.


• Valid medical authorization card required for positions with responsibility for operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle.

DESIRABLE/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training/curriculum emphasizing a relevant trade or equivalent combination of training/experience preferred.


• Post-high school training/coursework in a trade school or university in relevant coursework or minimum one year relevant mechanical experience desirable, but not required.


• Fundamental knowledge of basic principles involved in carpentry, electricity, and mechanical pumps desired.


• Multilingual ability, Spanish fluency a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position description summarizes the primary duties and functions of this position, but should not be considered a complete listing of every duty the incumbent may ever be called upon to perform. This seasonal position requires a responsible, motivated, and energetic self-starter. Individual must be dependable, cooperative, persistent, and helpful and must be able to complete tasks independently, efficiently, and within defined time limits. Must provide the highest level of quality customer service while representing the Chicago Zoological Society in a professional manner at all times. Incumbent must be available to work non-standard hours, including holidays, late hours, and weekends.","VerityZone":"formtext9","QuestionType":"textarea","ActualValueFromSolar":null}
Schedule Details
We are seeking individuals that are able to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays in addition to regular week days. The work scheduled typically consists of a rotating shift starting as early as 6:00 a.m. and ending as late as 5:30 p.m. for an average of 25-30 hours per week throughout the year (typically January - December).


Work Shift
Any 5 out of 7 days/week

Employment Type
Temporary/Seasonal

Zip Code
60513

Additional Information
The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This requisition is for atemporary/seasonal opening with an anticipated start date inJanuary 2018. Please continue to visit our career center at czs.org/careers for additional opportunities.

Group
Plant & Facilities