Maintenance Worker - Parks Department

Springfield; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid leave

Pension retirement

Health insurance

Much more

Job summary

The City of Springfield’s Park Department is seeking a Maintenance Worker to help care for 105 park locations and over 3,200 acres of park property. This is a full-time, year-round role with weekend rotation.

Candidates must have 1 year of equipment operation experience or 6 months with City of Springfield, plus a Class B CDL within probation, and CPR/First Aid certification. Training provided for airbrake endorsements where required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience operating dump trucks, flusher trucks, skid-steer loaders, front-end loaders, or comparable equipment.
• Alternatively, one year of maintenance/construction work in parks/public works settings.
• Must pass the CDL written exam within 90 days of hire and obtain a Class B CDL during probation.
• Some assignments may require airbrakes; endorsements such as tanker and/or Class A may be needed.
• CPR and First Aid certification must be obtained within the probation period.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to maintain park facilities and grounds.
• Follow CDL and safety requirements in daily work.
• Support maintenance of park properties and recreational assets as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Maintenance experience

Grounds work

Education

CDL (Class B)

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

It takes a lot to maintain all 105 Springfield-Greene County Park Board locations, ranging from neighborhood parks, multi-use recreational facilities, natural resource areas, special use facilities and aquatic facilities. Our departmental maintenance staff work daily to contribute to the care and beautification of over 3,200 acres of park property.

The Park Operations division is the primary division within Parks dedicated to the maintenance and upkeep of our neighborhood and regional parks and facilities. You will find Park Operations staff maintaining our ball fields, trails, structures, pavilions, playground equipment, trees, botanical gardens, and more.

Our Maintenance Workers work full-time, year-round schedules. Most assignments require one weekend day to be part of the set schedule.

Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Benefits include:

• Generous paid leave
• Paid pension retirement
• Paid health insurance
• and MUCH MORE! Click here.

Experience, Education, and Training

• A minimum of one year of experience (or 6 months if candidate has direct City of Springfield experience in one of these areas) in the operation of dump trucks, flusher trucks, skid-steer loaders, front-end loaders or comparable equipment operation;

OR

• One year of maintenance and/or construction work comparable to work completed in the Parks & Public Works Departments in such areas as street/road work, grounds work, maintaining sports fields, agriculture, and sewer or utility pipe line work.

Licensing/Certification

• Must take and pass, at minimum, the written portion of the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) exam (permit) within 90 days of hire.
• A class "B" CDL, at minimum, must then be obtained within the probationary period.
• Some assignments require the driver to have the ability to operate a vehicle with airbrakes.
• Candidates must possess endorsements such as tanker and/or a class "A" license in order to qualify for some assignments.
• Candidates must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certification within the probationary period.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.