Maintenance and Grounds Technician

State-of-Missour; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking an entry level Maintenance and Grounds Technician to support a range of building, equipment, and grounds maintenance tasks across state facilities.

Roles involve light trades work (electrical, plumbing, carpentry), outdoor duties, and occasional after-hours coverage. The position offers long-term growth within the OA-FMDC Operations Team and emphasizes safety and reliable service to the public.

Qualifications

• Prior experience and general knowledge of light trades work; general maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to understand and carry out time-sensitive instructions independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to operate gas- and hand-powered lawn maintenance tools and equipment such as mowing machinery, tractors, and other motorized equipment.
• Excellent attendance, work ethic, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to properly lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Safety-first mindset with considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions (OSHA 10 and/or 30 preferred, but FMDC can provide if needed).
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license from Missouri or from an adjacent state if you reside outside of Missouri

Responsibilities

• Prioritize excellent customer service for a wide and diverse network of stakeholders.
• Perform manual labor in the handling and storage of building materials and supplies.
• Perform heavy lifting and operate machinery per project needs.
• Complete a variety of semi-skilled work in alteration, maintenance, and repair of state buildings and vehicles.
• Maintain grounds including horticultural care, debris removal, snow removal, and salt application.
• Assist in cleaning parking lots and patching/painting asphalt.
• Perform light electrical, plumbing, drywall repairs, and painting.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Travel to other facilities to provide coverage and assistance when needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Heavy lifting

Safety awareness

Tools

Lawn maintenance equipment

Mowing machinery

Job description

Do you enjoy working with your hands as an entry level maintenance technician, assisting in a variety of building, equipment, and grounds maintenance tasks? Are you looking for a great opportunity with even better benefits? Then this opportunity would be a great fit for you! If you love working in and around multiple trades areas including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and more, submit your application today!

As a Maintenance and Grounds Technician, you will have the opportunity to build for a stronger tomorrow by applying your diverse background, education, and work experiences to a variety of grounds maintenance and trades work projects. This person will ensure the project is completed in alignment with project objectives and expectations and supports the mission and vision of FMDC. Every project is an opportunity to make an impact on the future, your community, and the State of Missouri!

This position has room for long-term career growth! It is classified as a Maintenance/Grounds Technician (click to learn more).

This position is with the Office of Administration Division of Facilities Management, Design, and Construction (OA-FMDC) supporting the Operations Team. OA-FMDC is committed to strengthening the State’s investments while providing a safe and secure environment through innovative design solutions and excellent customer service.

• Prioritize excellent customer service for wide and diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to internal teams, state agencies, state officials, contractors, and the public.
• Perform manual labor in connection with the receiving, handling, transportation and storage of building materials, furniture, equipment, supplies and other similar items.
• Perform heavy lifting, manual labor, and operating machinery and heavy equipment per project needs.
• Complete a variety of semi-skilled work in the alteration, maintenance, and repair of state buildings, facilities vehicles, and equipment.
• Maintain grounds for buildings overseen through horticultural care, miscellaneous debris and trash disposal, snow removal and salt application.
• Assist in cleaning of parking lots and patching and painting asphalt.
• Perform light electrical, plumbing, drywall repairs, and painting.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facilities, equipment and associated systems according to work orders or verbal instructions.
• Execute assignments in the form of work orders in a timely and accurate manner.
• Operate under general supervision; receive and act upon direction, guidance, and feedback on performance for continuous improvement.
• Answer emergency calls and occasionally travel to other facilities to provide coverage and assistance.
• Provide coverage at state facilities after hours and/or for emergency purposes (i.e., severe weather, snow removal, water leaks, fire, and more) to ensure facilities and grounds are properly maintained and cleared for team members and the public to conduct state business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to communicate, collaborate and lead with integrity in a manner that inspires trust and builds positive rapport with a diverse group of stakeholders and the public.
• Prior experience and general knowledge of light trades work; general maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to understand and carry out time-sensitive instructions independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to operate gas- and hand-powered lawn maintenance tools and equipment such as mowing machinery, tractors, and other motorized equipment.
• Excellent attendance, work ethic, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to properly lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Safety-first mindset with considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions (OSHA 10 and/or 30 preferred, but FMDC can provide if needed.)
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license from Missouri or from an adjacent state if you reside outside of Missouri

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

*This position is physically demanding. Examples of job duties may include prolonged periods of walking/standing/sitting/bending/driving, climbing ladders, ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, working in inclement weather and working on uneven or elevated surfaces. This list is not all inclusive, but a general representation of duties that may be encountered in this position, however other duties may be assigned contingent upon business needs.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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