Parks & Grounds Technician (CDL) – Public Works

City of St. Peters, MO; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-based pay

LAGERS pension

Vacation up to 6 weeks

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Life/AD&D insurance

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Personal day

Job summary

The City of St. Peters is seeking a dependable, motivated team member to join our Right of Way crew. This hands-on role maintains city green spaces, supports safety and quality service, and involves mowing, tree work, and operation of equipment.

Typical duties include landscaping, irrigation upkeep, and assisting with snow removal while collaborating across teams. A valid Class B CDL with air brakes and related permits are required, with a commitment to city safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial mowing or tree work.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and up to 75 lbs occasionally.
• Must be a US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree care including planting, watering, pruning, and removals.
• Maintain landscaping features such as shrubs, perennials, flower displays, mulching, and weed control.
• Support city programs including the Street Tree Program, holiday decorating, and special projects.
• Complete grounds maintenance including mowing, planting, pruning, trimming, and irrigation system upkeep.
• Maintain parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, and trails.
• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides as needed.
• Operate and perform minor maintenance on light/heavy equipment, tools, and vehicles, including Class B CDL vehicles with air brakes.
• Assist with snow and ice removal during winter months.
• Perform minor maintenance on buildings, facilities, and pools.
• Collaborate across teams on turf care, concrete/asphalt work, and heavy equipment operations.
• Adhere to all City safety standards and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Quality service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B w/ air brakes

CDIP permit

Job description

The City of St. Peters is seeking a dependable, motivated team member to join our Right of Way crew. This hands-on role maintains city green spaces, supports safety and quality service, and involves mowing, tree work, and operation of equipment.

Typical duties include landscaping, irrigation upkeep, and assisting with snow removal while collaborating across teams. A valid Class B CDL with air brakes and related permits are required, with a commitment to city safety standards.