Maintenance Worker II - 7070107

State of Missouri; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Training and development

Job summary

State of Missouri seeks a semi-skilled maintenance worker at Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park in Chesterfield, MO, to support park operations, grounds, and infrastructure. The role includes routine cleaning, repairs and collaboration with staff to protect natural and cultural resources.

The position follows a 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. shift, with some weekend and holiday work, and may involve duties at other state parks. Training and certifications may be pursued as needed.

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools.
• Attention to detail in all tasks.
• Willingness to learn and apply new skills.
• Strong problem solving and judgement.
• Accountability for high-quality, timely work.
• Experience in building and construction.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility and grounds maintenance per facility plans and schedules.
• Direct and review work of seasonal maintenance staff.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and buildings, including basic repairs.
• Procure operating supplies, parts and project materials as needed.
• Communicate openly with the public, stakeholders and team members.
• Assist with vegetation management, controlled burns, and related projects.
• Attend mandatory trainings and maintain required licenses/certifications.

Skills

Mechanical

Attention to Detail

Learning

Problem Solving

Accountability

Building and Construction

Job description

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

This position is located at Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park, 800 Guy Park Drive, Chesterfield, MO. 63005. Standard work shift is 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. but will vary according to facility demands and will include working at least one weekend per month and various holidays and evenings. This position will assist at other state parks as needed.

• Semi-skilled work in facility maintenance, grounds maintenance, construction and repair of buildings and trail system, and routine cleaning of structures and grounds with occasionally assisting in the operation of the water/wastewater systems.
• Assist with assigning tasks to and reviewing work of seasonal maintenance staff.
• Direct and perform facility maintenance and upkeep according to facility plans, including vehicle and equipment maintenance, routine preventive maintenance, grounds keeping, buildings and structures maintenance, infrastructure and tree trimming. Must be able to perform some vehicle and equipment repairs on site.
• Purchase operating supplies, parts and project materials as necessary. Become familiar with and follow all procurement rules and procedures.
• Communicate openly and effectively with the public, external stakeholders, supervisors and subordinates.
• Assist with stewardship of resources, both natural and cultural. Participate in controlled burns, invasive plant removal and other resource management related projects and/or assist with maintaining the vegetation on site to include researching, planting, weeding, watering and harvesting. Participate in off-site controlled burns at other parks in the unit, and/or helping to meet Region or Statewide management goals.
• Maintain a working knowledge of park rules, regulations, procedures and policies. Attend mandatory and other training including overnight stays to learn new or enhance existing skills.
• This position may be required to obtain and maintain water/wastewater certifications, and/or other required licenses/certification. If required and if you do not currently possess this license/certification, you will be given twelve months to obtain necessary license/certification.

AND

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:

• Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Comply with established control systems and rules.
• Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools to construct objects, structures, and buildings.

Equivalent To Those Typically Gained By

• One to three years of experience in a variety of trade areas including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, concrete and masonry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair. (Additional education or experience may substitute for the required education or experience)

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

Benefits & Work-life Balance

Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance. Learn more here.

How We Invest In You

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.

Richard Love, Assistant Park Superintendent at 636-324-7066 or [e-mail]

Chris Ferree, Park Superintendent, 636-324-7065 or [e-mail]

Sally Namassy, Recruiter at [e-mail]