Environmental Services (EVS) Technician

SUMMARY: The Environmental Services (EVS) Technician will be responsible for the daily cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiencies of buildings and grounds of the Saint Louis Zoo. As a member of the Facilities and Planning Division, this position will support the Zoo’s mission and advocate the Zoo’s core values and three keys. 

  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following reflects Management’s definition of essential functions for this position but does not restrict additional assigned tasks.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position. 

  

• Maintain the cleanliness of assigned Zoo spaces during designated shift. 

• Use tools such as brooms, mops, leaf blowers, vacuums, scrubbers, extractors, etc. to keep designated areas clean and free of debris. 

• Work in close collaboration with all Zoo internal departments. 

• Ensure that proper safety guidelines and usage of PPE are maintained at all times. 

• Know and understand the Zoo employee handbook and adhere to all stated disciplinary actions and personnel policies. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Supervision of other employees of mot a responsibility of this position. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A high school diploma of equivalent required. 

• Ability to work well in a team environment with subordinates, peers and superiors. 

• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions. 

• Commitment to excellence and high standards. 

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. 

• A valid driver’s license preferred. 

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and odd hours as needed. 

• All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role, a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances, including marijuana. 

  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to access all areas of buildings, grounds, public and “behind the scenes” exhibit areas located across the Saint Louis Zoo. 

• Ability to remain on feet for long periods, climb stairs, bend and stoop. 

• Ability to safely lift, carry and load 40 pounds a distance of 20 feet. 

• Physical capacity to endure exposure to inclement weather and hazardous situations. Use of proper PPE, engineering controls, and other mitigating tools will be required. 

  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

This position will spend an estimated 50% of their time on grounds and 50% in a building. Significant exposure to weather is possible.