Park Maintenance Technician II - Hands-On Grounds

State-of-Missour; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Missouri Department of Natural Resources is seeking a versatile Park Maintenance Technician at Castlewood State Park in Ballwin, MO. The role involves semi-skilled work across facilities, grounds, and trail systems, with occasional water/wastewater certification tasks and on-site repairs.

The position requires the ability to perform strenuous outdoor work, lift heavy objects, and work weekends/holidays. Training and certifications may be provided within the first year of employment.

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience in trade areas including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, concrete and masonry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair.
• Possess and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license.
• Must be able to perform strenuous outdoor work and lift 50–75 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility maintenance and upkeep per facility plans, including vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Assist with assigning tasks to and reviewing work of seasonal maintenance staff.
• Procure operating supplies, parts and project materials per rules and procedures.
• Communicate openly with the public, external stakeholders, supervisors and subordinates.
• Support resource stewardship and participate in vegetation management and controlled burns as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical

Attention to Detail

Learning

Problem Solving

Accountability

Building and Construction

Job description

Missouri Department of Natural Resources is seeking a versatile Park Maintenance Technician at Castlewood State Park in Ballwin, MO. The role involves semi-skilled work across facilities, grounds, and trail systems, with occasional water/wastewater certification tasks and on-site repairs.

The position requires the ability to perform strenuous outdoor work, lift heavy objects, and work weekends/holidays. Training and certifications may be provided within the first year of employment.