Construction & Maintenance Worker HVAC-R

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Construction and Maintenance Worker HVAC-R supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission and vision of saving species worldwide, by combining their trade technical expertise with high internal customer service, to take the best possible care of assigned facilities. The Construction and Maintenance Worker – HVAC / Refrigeration maintains, repairs and optimizes heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems across facilities, to ensure reliability and availability of temperature-sensitive environments for wildlife and guests. This position reports to C&M Lead, Supervisor or Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Maintains and repairs HVAC and refrigeration systems, including air handlers, chillers, split systems, and refrigerators. Uses CMMS or equivalent system and monitors radio throughout the shift to respond to, record, and complete preventative and reactive maintenance work orders.
• Performs inspections, diagnostics, and system testing. Follows SOPs and partners with leadership on updates to improve safety, consistency, and efficiency.
• Collaborates with other trades and oversees external vendors to complete shared projects and urgent work, ensuring quality and site alignment.
• Coordinates with internal teams to minimize disruption and provide five-star internal customer service.
• Mentors and supports team members by sharing HVAC expertise and helping others navigate internal systems, culture, and professional approach.
• Provides occasional after-hours support for urgent needs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

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