Maintenance & Grounds Technician — Hands-On, Outdoor Role

State of Missouri; Missouri; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

3 weeks paid sick leave

13 paid holidays

Health (medical, dental, vision)

Job summary

The Missouri Veterans Commission is seeking a Maintenance/Grounds Technician for our Veterans Home. You will perform hands-on maintenance and repairs to structures, systems, and grounds, enjoying a varied outdoor work environment.

This role offers a chance to contribute to veterans' care while using a range of trade skills. The position requires 1–3 years of experience, a valid drivers license, and flexibility to work after hours and on-call emergencies.

Qualifications

• 19 years of relevant experience.
• Possess a valid drivers license.
• Availability to work after scheduled hours and be on call for emergencies.
• Tolerance to work in varying temperatures/weather conditions, dust, noise, confined spaces, on ladders and rooftops.

Responsibilities

• Complete work in trade areas such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, concrete and masonry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair.
• Perform construction, preventative maintenance, monitoring, and repairs on the facility, machines, vehicles, and equipment.
• Operate various powered equipment, such as lawn tractors, forklifts, power tools, motorized hydraulic jacks, or related equipment.
• Participate in the maintenance of the Home0s grounds, including snow removal as needed.

Skills

Experience 1-3 years

Valid drivers license

On-call availability

Weather/temperature tolerance

Job description

The Missouri Veterans Commission is seeking a Maintenance/Grounds Technician for our Veterans Home. You will perform hands-on maintenance and repairs to structures, systems, and grounds, enjoying a varied outdoor work environment.

This role offers a chance to contribute to veterans' care while using a range of trade skills. The position requires 1–3 years of experience, a valid drivers license, and flexibility to work after hours and on-call emergencies.