Zoo Electrician

Zoo Electrician

Salary

$27.86 Hourly

Location

KY 40202, KY

Job Type

Full_Time

Job Number

14132

Department

Zoo

Opening Date

07/01/2025

Closing Date

7/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Essential Functions:

Maintains, installs and repairs electrical systems, equipment and fixtures, and ensures that electrical codes are met

Examples of Duties

Examples of Work:

UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION

Installs new electrical service to comply with state and national codes

Removes and installs wiring to pumps and motors

Troubleshoots all electrical problems

Repairs light fixtures and ballasts

Installs temporary wiring for events

Aids in electrical design for new exhibits

Repairs wiring on carts, trams trains, etc

Performs related work

Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds

Lifts and carries items weighing over 50 pounds in a team setting

Minimum Requirements:

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program

High school diploma or the equivalent

Electrician

Other Minimums:

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Equivalency:

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Term Life
• Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
• 457 Deferred Comp
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Adult Benefits
• Childcare Assistance
• Free TARC Use
• Paid Parental Leave

Part Time - 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

• Vacation (pro rata)
• Sick Leave (pro rata)
• Holiday Pay (pro rata)

Part Time - Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

• Ineligible For Benefits

Temporary Positions

• Ineligible For Benefits

Interns

• Ineligible For Benefits

01

Have you completed a recognized apprenticeship program?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you a High school diploma or the equivalent

• Yes
• No

03

Are you an electrician?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess and can you maintain a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question