Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate (8:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. work shift)

Must be 18 years old or older to apply

Starting Pay Rate $15.60

Perks:

Zoo perks include free admission to the Zoo, eight complimentary tickets per year to give to friends and family and discounts on food, merchandise, attractions, admission and programs.


Summary:
This position is responsible for the operation of the Warehouse department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performing shipping, receiving, stocking, and distribution activities for warehouse operation
• Maintaining and safely operating vehicles and warehouse equipment
• Following inventory controls and operating procedures
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of warehouse spaces
• Maintaining off-site storage facility and movement of supplies and equipment between Zoo and off-site facility
• Support and assist other departments with special events and after hours functions as required


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.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Ability to work 5 days a week, including weekends (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
• Possess skills to operate large and small equipment
• Possess basic knowledge in computer operation
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain Zoo standards of insurability


Education and/or Experience:
• Customer Service Skills
• Good communication skills
• Must possess problem solving skills
• Experience in an active warehouse environment


Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.


Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Team oriented environment
• Ability to work irregular hours (holidays and weekends)
• Ability to work special events and functions as required
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather


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.

*Scheduled hours may fluctuate due to park attendance, weather and/or business needs.