{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4e4d5bef01865acc83ecb624","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4e4d5bef01865acc83ecb624","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4e4d5bef01865acc83ecb624","title":"Groundskeeper","description":"Payrate: To maintain internal equity, we have identified the payrate for this position at the Oakland Zoo as $22.09 per hour , in alignment with Oakland Zoo’s compensation philosophy. An offer at this payrate will be our best and final compensation offer.\n\nFinalist candidates will need to complete a paid on-site working interview to be considered.\n\nGroundskeepers play an important role in making the Zoo a pleasant and enjoyable place for our guests and animals by carefully maintaining the Zoo Grounds and Rental Facilities. They provide thoughtful and responsive customer service to internal (i.e., co-workers) and external (vendors, park visitors, contractors, etc.) guests while enjoying the fresh air and scenic splendor of our 100-acre property.\n\nGrounds/Horticulture\nDepartment\nManager:\n\nYear-Round\n\nFull-Time\n\n$22.09 per hour\n\nOakland Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible spending account, Retirement plan, Paid time off, Employee Assistance Program, and A Family Zoo Membership.\n\nMaintain plants, shrubs, trees, lawns, parking areas, and public pathways.\n\nPerform zoo litter pickup, cleaning and trash pick-up.\n\nSet up for Zoo special events and prepare spaces for parties/meetings in rental facilities.\n\nOperate tools and machinery as needed to perform duties.\n\nPerforms other related duties as required and assigned.\n\nWho You Are\n\nAble to safely operate landscaping tools.\n\nAble to follow safety standards and general instructions\n\nValid Driver’s License and good driving record (ability to obtain authorization from the Zoo’s Insurance Carrier)\n\nAble to work weekends, early morning shift, and holidays as needed\n\nHave previous grounds and/or landscaping experience\n\nHave experience with heavy equipment like a Bobcat skidsteer\n\nPossess a High School Diploma/GED\n\nWork Environment\n\nWork outside in all weather conditions, sometimes in or around significant dirt and dust\n\nPhysical Considerations\n\nAble to lift and carry objects weighing 75 pounds or more\n\nAble to bend and twist, lift, stand, kneel, sit, walk, bend, stoop and speak regularly and for 8-hour shifts\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Qualities\nMay be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.\n\nCommunication - Communicates respectfully and effectively with stakeholders across identities\n\nInclusive Culture - Fosters a culture of mutual respect, transparency, collaboration and belonging which allows all employees to feel appreciated, included, and valued.\n\nPassion - Wholeheartedly believes in, represents, and models Oakland Zoo’s mission and PRIDE values at all times\n\nWildlife Aware - Understands mission to support the conservation and welfare of animals at Oakland Zoo, locally and globally. This is demonstrated by a willingness/passion to reflect this mission in all actions and to continue to learn how to take action for wildlife\n\nSustainability - Oriented toward the mission and values of Oakland Zoo and able to put those into practice by finding creative and resourceful ways to develop sustainable practices within your role and department\n\nWho We Are\nOakland Zoo (managed by The Conservation Society of California) is an award‑winning facility stretching 100 acres and overlooking the city of Oakland atop the hills of beautiful Knowland Park. Our mission is to inspire respect for and stewardship of the natural world, while providing a quality visitor experience. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), The Zoo is part of the largest conservation organization in the nation. Our employees take PRIDE in our values of being Positive, Respectful, Inquisitive, Driven and Effective members of a team who places the care of our animals, stewardship of the natural environment, and the experience of our guests at the forefront of all that we do.\n\nOakland Zoo’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access\nWe believe that all people should have safe access to the Zoo and culturally relevant and responsive experiences with our staff, programs and curriculum. Oakland Zoo is also striving to create an equitable and inclusive internal culture where all staff members feel represented and valued for their identities and lived experiences. We examine how power, bias, race and other aspects of identity impact our organization. We work to build a culture of continuous learning and improvement toward a vision of equity and belonging for all staff. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in this process. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community in which we exist and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ identifying folks, and women to apply.\n\nThe Conservation Society of California is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, QAOV status, or other characteristics protected by law. The Conservation Society of California also promotes respect for all people and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics. 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An offer at this payrate will be our best and final compensation offer.\n\nFinalist candidates will need to complete a paid on-site working interview to be considered.\n\nGroundskeepers play an important role in making the Zoo a pleasant and enjoyable place for our guests and animals by carefully maintaining the Zoo Grounds and Rental Facilities. They provide thoughtful and responsive customer service to internal (i.e., co-workers) and external (vendors, park visitors, contractors, etc.) guests while enjoying the fresh air and scenic splendor of our 100-acre property.\n\nGrounds/Horticulture\nDepartment\nManager:\n\nYear-Round\n\nFull-Time\n\n$22.09 per hour\n\nOakland Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible spending account, Retirement plan, Paid time off, Employee Assistance Program, and A Family Zoo Membership.\n\nMaintain plants, shrubs, trees, lawns, parking areas, and public pathways.\n\nPerform zoo litter pickup, cleaning and trash pick-up.\n\nSet up for Zoo special events and prepare spaces for parties/meetings in rental facilities.\n\nOperate tools and machinery as needed to perform duties.\n\nPerforms other related duties as required and assigned.\n\nWho You Are\n\nAble to safely operate landscaping tools.\n\nAble to follow safety standards and general instructions\n\nValid Driver’s License and good driving record (ability to obtain authorization from the Zoo’s Insurance Carrier)\n\nAble to work weekends, early morning shift, and holidays as needed\n\nHave previous grounds and/or landscaping experience\n\nHave experience with heavy equipment like a Bobcat skidsteer\n\nPossess a High School Diploma/GED\n\nWork Environment\n\nWork outside in all weather conditions, sometimes in or around significant dirt and dust\n\nPhysical Considerations\n\nAble to lift and carry objects weighing 75 pounds or more\n\nAble to bend and twist, lift, stand, kneel, sit, walk, bend, stoop and speak regularly and for 8-hour shifts\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Qualities\nMay be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.\n\nCommunication - Communicates respectfully and effectively with stakeholders across identities\n\nInclusive Culture - Fosters a culture of mutual respect, transparency, collaboration and belonging which allows all employees to feel appreciated, included, and valued.\n\nPassion - Wholeheartedly believes in, represents, and models Oakland Zoo’s mission and PRIDE values at all times\n\nWildlife Aware - Understands mission to support the conservation and welfare of animals at Oakland Zoo, locally and globally. This is demonstrated by a willingness/passion to reflect this mission in all actions and to continue to learn how to take action for wildlife\n\nSustainability - Oriented toward the mission and values of Oakland Zoo and able to put those into practice by finding creative and resourceful ways to develop sustainable practices within your role and department\n\nWho We Are\nOakland Zoo (managed by The Conservation Society of California) is an award‑winning facility stretching 100 acres and overlooking the city of Oakland atop the hills of beautiful Knowland Park. Our mission is to inspire respect for and stewardship of the natural world, while providing a quality visitor experience. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), The Zoo is part of the largest conservation organization in the nation. Our employees take PRIDE in our values of being Positive, Respectful, Inquisitive, Driven and Effective members of a team who places the care of our animals, stewardship of the natural environment, and the experience of our guests at the forefront of all that we do.\n\nOakland Zoo’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access\nWe believe that all people should have safe access to the Zoo and culturally relevant and responsive experiences with our staff, programs and curriculum. Oakland Zoo is also striving to create an equitable and inclusive internal culture where all staff members feel represented and valued for their identities and lived experiences. We examine how power, bias, race and other aspects of identity impact our organization. We work to build a culture of continuous learning and improvement toward a vision of equity and belonging for all staff. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in this process. 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