Seasonal Maintenance Worker - 7040330

State-of-Missour; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Castlewood State Park in Ballwin, Missouri, is looking for a hands-on maintenance assistant to care for facilities, trails, grounds and natural resources. This part-time role works about 12–20 hours weekly, with day shifts 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

or evening shifts when available, and schedules may vary with the seasons and funding. You will perform trash removal, general maintenance, carpentry, landscaping, trail work and habitat restoration tasks, and interact professionally with visitors.

Qualifications

• Dependability for early-morning weekend shifts.
• Willingness and ability to learn to safely use tools and equipment.
• Teamwork and professional communication with staff and visitors.
• Conscientious and responsible work behavior.

Responsibilities

• Empty trash containers and clean/restrooms and vault toilets.
• General maintenance and repair of park buildings, facilities, grounds, trails, boardwalks, signs and infrastructure.
• Hands-on work: carpentry, painting, landscaping, mowing, litter removal, use of tools.
• Trail maintenance: weed-trimming, mowing, vegetation control, drainage and repairs, safe access.
• Support habitat restoration and stewardship activities.
• Inspect facilities, communicate repairs to staff and assist with fixes.
• Operate park vehicles and maintenance equipment as trained.
• Interact professionally with visitors and provide directions.

Skills

Dependability

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork & communication

Conscientiousness

Interpersonal skills

Self-management

Job description

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: stewardship, integrity, collaboration, respect and innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its’ citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

Join the team at Castlewood State Park and help maintain the facilities, trails, grounds and natural resources of a St. Louis region landmark.

This is a hands‑on position located at Castlewood State Park, 1401 Kiefer Creek Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. The candidate will work approximately 12-20 hours per week depending on shifts. Standard shifts available include a day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with a 30 minute, unpaid lunch break and an evening shift, for three hours before the park closes. The shift lengths may change based on season changes and available funding. The number of shifts available may be flexible depending on the schedule of other part‑time employees. This position will include working in all types of outdoor weather conditions and is well‑suited for someone who enjoys learning new skills, solving problems and seeing the results of their work.

Duration of Assignment: There is no specific end date or range with this position. Hours may vary with season changes and available funding.

• Empty trash containers and clean and sanitize restrooms and vault toilets
• Assist with general maintenance and repair of park buildings, facilities, grounds, trails, boardwalks, signs, and other infrastructure.
• Perform hands‑on work that may include basic carpentry, construction, painting, landscaping, mowing, cleaning, litter removal, and use of hand and power tools.
• Assist with trail maintenance, including weed‑trimming, mowing, vegetation clearing, surface repairs, drainage work, boardwalk and stair repairs, and maintaining safe visitor access.
• Support natural resource projects such as habitat restoration, invasive species management, prescribed fire preparation and operations, and other stewardship activities.
• Inspect park facilities and work areas, identify maintenance or safety concerns, and communicate needed repairs to park staff, the support those repairs.
• Operate park vehicles, utility vehicles, tools, and maintenance equipment as assigned and appropriate to training.
• Interact professionally with park visitors by answering basic questions, providing directions, and helping maintain a safe and welcoming park.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:

• Dependability: Ability to consistently report for early‑morning weekend shifts and work independently with limited supervision.
• Mechanical and hands‑on aptitude: Willingness and ability to learn how to safely use tools, equipment, and different methods for completing maintenance and construction tasks.
• Teamwork and communication: Ability to work effectively with other park staff and communicate professionally with visitors.
• Conscientiousness: Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• Self‑Management: Sets well‑defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Experience to be Gained:

• General facility maintenance, repair, and construction experience.
• Carpentry, boardwalk, trail, and outdoor infrastructure maintenance experience.
• Safe operation and care of a variety of hand tools, power tools, vehicles, and maintenance equipment.
• Natural resource management experience, including habitat restoration and prescribed fire activities.
• Experience maintaining a large public recreation area and working alongside professionals in park maintenance, stewardship, interpretation, and visitor services.

David Meeker, Park Superintendent at 636-227-4433 or [e-mail]

or

Sally Namassy, Recruiter at [e-mail]