Custodial Porters, variable-hour

4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland OR

Description

Oregon Zoo, Portland, OregonApplication deadline: ContinuousDo you belong at the zoo? Do you have a positive attitude and enjoy providing customer service to guests from around the country and the world? Would you enjoy working with co-workers who represent the diversity that the Portland community provides? If you would thrive in this type of work environment, the Oregon Zoo may be a perfect workplace for you.Custodial Porters play an important role in keeping the public and non-public facing areas clean, stocked and available to use for our employees and guests. This position provides a great opportunity to have fun in a team environment, showcase your guest service skills and expand your skillset.Schedules vary based on weather and events at the zoo. Hours increase during Zoolights, school breaks, holidays and summer season. Getting to work is simple, Trimet MAX Blue and Red lines conveniently have stops at the Oregon Zoo.In this role you will take on a variety of job assignments: Patrol and clean restrooms and other buildings throughout the groundsPorter to clean women’s restroom while it is open and being used by Zoo patronsPerform miscellaneous duties around storage yards and buildings; load and unloads trucks; store materials; wash and fill trucks with gasoline, use pressure equipment to wash down areasReplenish supplies for building areasEmpty garbage and recycling bins as neededProvides directions and other general assistant to publicAt the Oregon Zoo, we hire a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive. Experience and Education: Must be at least 18 years oldMust be available to work swing shift, days and weekends.Any satisfactory equivalent combination of post-high school work experience and training that ensures the ability to perform the workPreference will be given to candidates who have previously worked in this position.To apply: Visit our web site at: for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center. Hello, we're Metro Across greater Portland in 24 cities and three counties, there's one local government that brings us all together. Led by an elected council, Metro helps Oregonians shape the future and provides services that make life better today. Metro's work spans parks and nature, land and transportation, garbage and recycling, and arts and events. We help make greater Portland a great place to call home.An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer