Summary
This job involves hands-on maintenance work at Faust Park, such as repairing roads and concrete, caring for historic buildings, and helping with events and grounds upkeep.
It's a good fit for someone who enjoys outdoor physical labor, has basic education, and is reliable for early shifts including occasional weekends.
Entry-level experience in maintenance or landscaping would help stand out.
Full Job Description
St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation currently has a vacancy for Maintenance Worker I at Faust Park.
Work hours for this position will primarily include Mondays - Fridays, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. but may include some weekends.
The typical starting salary is $15.86 hourly depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations.
Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits,please visit: Competitive Benefits - St.
Louis County Website
St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visithttps://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
Requirements
Essential Function Examples
Perform general roadway or grounds maintenance and sign manufacturing, installation and service on a specialized crew.
Repair and replace asphalt roadways and surfaces.
Maintain, repair or install concrete structures or surfaces.
Assist with the care and preservation of 20+ historic buildings
Help with large events such as Folk Life Festival
Marginal Function Examples
Care for and clean designated indoor and outdoor areas.
Provide care and propagation for trees, shrubs, turf and plants.
Remove snow and ice.
Perform assigned duties during mandatory snow shift.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Applicants must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED and a possess valid driver's license.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.
Responses provided to the interview questions listed under the Supplemental Question heading of this posting will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. Once questions are scored, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov