Facilities & Grounds Technician

Missouri Department of Conservation; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Conservation is seeking a Maintenance Worker to keep Powder Valley Nature Center facilities in excellent condition. Responsibilities include grounds care, equipment operation, and problem solving to preserve park infrastructure.

You will perform landscaping, minor repairs, and environmental stewardship tasks while ensuring safety and public service standards are met. The role requires flexibility with shifts and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience, including carpentry and HVAC maintenance.
• Must maintain a valid, current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds through mowing, fertilizing, pesticides, snow removal, and turf care.
• Operate and repair equipment for landscaping, plumbing, electrical repair, etc.
• Control nuisance animals, exotic/invasive species, and prescribed burns.
• Construct and maintain water features, walls, walkways, planting beds, and fences.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Carpentry basics

HVAC maintenance

Public interaction

Communication skills

Education

1 year related experience

Driver's license

Tools

Power tools

Lawn equipment

Hand tools

Water feature maintenance

Job description

Missouri Department of Conservation is seeking a Maintenance Worker to keep Powder Valley Nature Center facilities in excellent condition. Responsibilities include grounds care, equipment operation, and problem solving to preserve park infrastructure.

You will perform landscaping, minor repairs, and environmental stewardship tasks while ensuring safety and public service standards are met. The role requires flexibility with shifts and outdoor work in all weather conditions.