Maintenance Worker Series (Various Locations) - St. Louis District

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking candidates for the Maintenance Worker Series, which involves maintaining roadways and facilities in various locations. This entry-level role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement without a competitive interview process. Candidates will perform routine maintenance tasks and operate machinery, ensuring the safety and integrity of the state's infrastructure. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are essential qualifications for this position.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Pass written CDL exam within 60 days of hire.
• Complete work simulation and medical-physical exams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain highway systems: filling joints and cracks, patching potholes, flagging traffic.
• Operate vehicles and machinery: transporting personnel and materials, mowing, and plowing snow.

Skills

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET

Job description

Maintenance Worker Series (Various Locations) - St. Louis District

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This position is located in various locations across St. Louis City and County, St. Charles, Franklin, and Jefferson Counties. The role involves performing routine, entry-level duties related to maintaining the state's roadways and facilities under direct supervision.

MoDOT will assign candidates as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level based on skills and experience. This opening is part of our CAREER-LADDER program, offering opportunities for career advancement without a competitive interview process.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining highway systems: filling joints and cracks, patching potholes, flagging traffic, setting up signs and cones, loading and hauling materials, clearing brush, removing roadside trash, and cleaning ditches.
• Maintaining facilities: repairing signs and guardrails, cleaning, painting, and servicing equipment.
• Operating vehicles and machinery: transporting personnel and materials, plowing snow, mowing, and operating augers, backhoes, forklifts, and trucks.
• Potentially repairing bridges and installing signs, including structural and overhead signs, pouring concrete footings, welding, and sign maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET
• Valid Driver's License
• Pass the written CDL exam before hire; must pass driving exam with tanker endorsement, no restrictions, and interstate status within 60 days of hire.
• Complete work simulation and medical-physical exams.

Working Conditions:

• Requires physical stamina and outdoor work in potentially hazardous environments, including traffic, heavy equipment, and chemicals.
• Overtime and nighttime work may be required.

Benefits:

MoDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, leave, holidays, and health insurance. Use our Total Compensation Calculator for a full view of benefits.

If interested, contact: [e-mail]

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Government Administration

This job posting is active and accepting applications. The closing date is 06/24/2025.