Litter Patrol

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.

Litter Patrol plays an important role in the Operations Department to keep the public and non- public facing areas clean and tidy 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. We are currently looking for applicants who are available to work at least four days per week.

Getting to work is simple, Trimet MAX Blue and Red lines conveniently have stops at the Oregon Zoo. Learn more about the Oregon Zoo.

What you will do:

• Pick up litter and ensure that the zoo grounds are clean and ready for daily operation
• Empty and refresh trash and recycling containers across zoo grounds
• Ensure train passenger cars are clean and ready for daily operation
• Collect recycling and trash at outdoor dining areas.

• Excellent customer services skills; the ability to deal courteously with the public and to develop and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to walk, stand and work on concrete surfaces for extended periods of time Comfort working outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 40 pounds on a regular basis and up to 80 pounds occasionally
• Availability to work irregular hours, including holidays, evenings and weekends

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities

• A completed online application
• Responses to supplemental questions

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Testing/assessments (if applicable)
• Reference check
• Background, driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)

COVID-19 safety: The health and safety of our employees and community is a top priority for Metro. Employees will be required to follow all Metro COVID-related policies and procedures, which may meet or exceed guidelines set forth by the CDC, Oregon Health Authority, and other federal, state and local jurisdictions. Learn more at oregonmetro.gov/COVID-19.

Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.

Online applications: Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, call 503-797-1570.

Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-797-1570.

Pay equity at Metro: Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS): Unless otherwise stated in a collective bargaining agreement, Metro pays both the employee and employer portion of PERS contributions for eligible employees.

Veterans' preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Metro participates in the State of Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and provides paid sick leave.