Park Grounds & Facilities Technician

City of Kirkwood

Windsor Springs (MO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

City of Kirkwood is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to care for parks and facilities. The role covers cleaning, maintenance, construction and repairs of grounds, buildings, facilities, equipment and athletic fields within the Kirkwood Park system.

Applicants should have 3+ years of grounds and facility maintenance experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous work in all weather, with some weekend hours

Qualifications

Graduation from High School or equivalent required.
Minimum of three or more years of grounds and facility maintenance work or equivalent experience.
Valid driver's license or simple Class B license.
Experience in the operation of standard grounds related equipment such as mowers, tractors, trucks, and UTVs.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short distances.
Must be capable of performing strenuous work under inclement weather conditions.
Ability to walk up to five miles per day.
Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and crawl as needed to adequately perform maintenance of parks.

Responsibilities

Position is responsible for cleaning, maintenance, construction and repairs of all grounds, buildings, facilities, equipment and athletic fields within the jurisdiction of the Kirkwood Park system.
Candidates should have the ability to perform skilled and semi-skilled physically demanding work.
Position operates some machinery and equipment.
Non-routine, special events and weekend hours included.