Entry-Level Grounds & Maintenance Technician

City of Joplin, MO; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Joplin, MO is seeking an entry-level Labor I to perform strenuous unskilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance and building upkeep. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, and operating various maintenance equipment under supervision.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED (preferred but not required) and a valid driver’s license. Experience with power tools is helpful; pesticide licensing may be required based on assignment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Entry level position; some manual labor experience with power tools is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Mows lawns and trims plants and trees.
• Operates lawn maintenance equipment and assists equipment operator.
• Cleans and maintains grounds and facilities.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance as directed.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of grounds and restrooms.

Skills

Teamwork

Tool operation

Safety awareness

Reading & following instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn mowers

Power tools

Carpentry tools

Painting tools

Pesticide application tools

Job description

City of Joplin, MO is seeking an entry-level Labor I to perform strenuous unskilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance and building upkeep. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, and operating various maintenance equipment under supervision.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED (preferred but not required) and a valid driver’s license. Experience with power tools is helpful; pesticide licensing may be required based on assignment.