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Indianapolis Zoo • Indianapolis, IN 46222 • Posted 30+ days ago via ZipRecruiter
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The Controls Technician at the Indianapolis Zoo is responsible for conducting routine maintenance, fixing electrical wires, and checking PLCs across various exhibits. This role requires at least five years of experience in commercial or industrial automation systems and building controls, preferably with Honeywell systems, and at least one to two years in graphics, programming, installation, and repair of systems. Prior knowledge in general maintenance fields such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC is highly desirable. This is a full-time position with varying shifts, including 24/7 on-call availability, and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, EET/ Technical Trades degree, or equivalent experience/education in the appropriate field.
Whether it's conducting a routine maintenance on the fire panel in the Tiger exhibit, fixing an electrical wire in the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center, or checking the PLCs in the Dolphin Pavilion, the Controls Technician position at the Indianapolis Zoo is always on the move.
Ideal candidates are committed to advancing the Zoo's mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world. The successful candidate will have at least five (5) years or more experience working in the commercial or industrial automation systems and building controls field (preferably with Honeywell systems). The chosen candidate will also possess at least one (1) to two (2) years in graphics, programming, installation, and repair of systems. Prior knowledge or experience in general maintenance fields such as electrical, plumbing, and/ or HVAC is highly desirable as this position may be asked to help in other areas. High school diploma or equivalent EET/ Technical Trades degree or equivalent experience/ education in appropriate field is strongly preferred (certificate of training for Building Automation Systems is a plus!).
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, position where shifts may vary due to emergency situations. Flexibility in scheduled hours is a must. This role may demand 24/7 on-call availability. Weekend work, holidays and overtime are required as needed, though we do try to have consistent scheduled days off. Must also possess a valid Indiana driver's license and have a driving record that is insurable by the Zoo's insurance provider. Uniforms, PPE, and tools are provided.
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Employment at the Indianapolis Zoo is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing including a background check, motor vehicle check (if applicable) and a drug test.
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