Parks Maintenance Crew (Maintenance Worker I & Laborer On Call)

About the role

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Job Description Summary

The St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation is looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team. Positions are assigned to specific parks or recreational facilities located throughout St. Louis County, where staff play an important role in supporting safe, engaging, and well-maintained community spaces.

If you're passionate about serving the public and enjoy working in an outdoor or recreational environment, we encourage you to apply.

About the role

The Laborer On Call roles typically work (20- 40) hours per week. Starting salary is $15.56 hourly and there are no benefits provided.

• Positions assigned to recreation facilities typically work 40 hours per week (including evenings and weekends).
• Positions assigned to parks typically work (20- 40) hours per week (including some weekends).

When available, vacancies for permanent jobs are posted and experience, training, and departmental work record are taken into consideration for promotion to these positions.

The Maintenance Worker I roles are full-time and provide benefits. S tarting salary is $16.01 hourly.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package and generous Paid Time Off (PTO). Learn more about St. Louis County benefits: Saint Louis County Employee Benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: We participate in this program to support your financial future. Learn more about the program: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

Key Responsibilities

Laborer On Call

• Cleans and performs maintenance of restrooms, shelters, picnic sites, athletic fields, trails, amphitheater, and other facilities.
• Mows and trims grounds.
• Performs trash removal and pick-up.
• Sets-up equipment and materials for programs and events.
• Breaks-down and cleans up after programs and events.
• Assists with pavement repairs and construction.
• Performs various construction related activities.
• Performs related work as required.

Maintenance Worker I

• Provide maintenance support for and minor repairs of County owned facilities by: checking, cleaning and repairing gutters and down spouts; cleaning and sanitizing plumbing fixtures; repainting building and exterior trim and graffiti.
• Provide custodial care and cleaning of County facilities or other designated indoor and outdoor areas by: cleaning and maintaining offices, hallways, restrooms and public areas; cleaning and washing light fixtures; picking up and disposing of trash and hazardous wastes; emptying ash trays and trash in public areas; preparing and using routine cleaning solutions; setting up and breaking down chairs, tables, furniture and sound systems for special events.
• Perform routine painting and painting preparation tasks associated with the finishing of County facilities, property, and equipment by: taping trim and edging; painting letters and signs; sanding, priming, striping, and painting surfaces.
• Perform maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep of parks and recreation sites by: replacing or adding new sand or wood chips/mulch to playground areas; checking and performing preventive maintenance and basic repairs of drinking fountains; checking and repairing park signs/road signs; checking and repairing or replacing nets, wind screens, and tie-downs on tennis courts; checking, replacing and realigning bumper stops; cleaning catch basins; and reporting safety hazards, damaged structures and equipment.
• Perform care and propagation tasks of trees, shrubs, turf and plants by: cutting, removing and hauling away dead trees, tree stumps and shrubs; checking the condition of trees, turf and grounds; raking and manicuring grounds; planting trees, shrubs, and flowers; sowing grass and laying sod; spreading fertilizer or herbicides; and pruning or trimming trees, hedges, and shrubs.
• Provide routine maintenance and repairs of asphalt roadways and surfaces by: patching asphalt and crack sealing; repairing potholes; and sealing asphalt surfaces.
• Assist skilled plumbers in performing preventive maintenance, major repair work or installation of various plumbing systems and equipment (e.g., water drainage, gas lines).
• Set up and break down furniture arrangements and sound systems for special events.
• Provide maintenance support and repair for facilities by replacing burned out bulbs, filters, repainting building and exterior trim, and checking lubricating pumps.
• Perform seasonal maintenance tasks such as removing snow and ice to ensure safe, accessible park facilities.
• Perform related work as required

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED and a possess valid driver's license.

Pre-Employment Process Requirements

• Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant education, experience, responses to supplemental questions, and other work-related information provided on the application. Resumes are supplementary and do not replace the required application.
• All candidates will receive notifications regarding application status once determined. Status updates are provided via email and can be found within each candidate's Workday profile.

• Responses that qualified candidates provide to the application questions will count as 100% of their final evaluation score.
• A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.
• The five highest-ranking candidates will be referred to the Department Director/Appointing Authority for final selection.

Pre-Employment Screening

Candidates extended a conditional offer must successfully complete all required pre - employment screenings. These screenings include a drug test administered at no cost to the applicant by a certified laboratory and a background check evaluating the recency and relevance of the candidate's history to the position. Candidates must complete the drug test within 48 hours of receiving a conditional offer; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the offer.

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