Parks Laborer - On Call

These positions are assigned to a specific park or recreational facility that are located throughout St. Louis County.  These positions typically work 40 hours per week.  Positions assigned to recreation facilities typically work 40 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) from September through March.  Those assigned to parks typically work 40 hours per week (including some weekends) from April through October. 

The starting salary is $10.82 per hour and there are no benefits provided, however, when available, vacancies for permanent jobs are posted and experience, training, and departmental work record are taken into consideration for promotion to these positions.

• Provide maintenance support for and minor repairs of County owned facilities by: checking, cleaning and repairing gutters and down spouts; cleaning and sanitizing plumbing fixtures; repainting building and exterior trim and graffiti.
• Provide custodial care and cleaning of County facilities or other designated indoor and outdoor areas by: cleaning and maintaining offices, hallways, restrooms and public areas; cleaning and washing light fixtures; picking up and disposing of trash and hazardous wastes; emptying ash trays and trash in public areas; preparing and using routine cleaning solutions; setting up and breaking down chairs, tables, furniture and sound systems for special events.
• Perform routine painting and painting preparation tasks associated with the finishing of County facilities, property, and equipment by: taping trim and edging; painting letters and signs; sanding, priming, striping, and painting surfaces.
• Perform maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep of parks and recreation sites by: replacing or adding new sand or wood chips/mulch to playground areas; checking and performing preventive maintenance and basic repairs of drinking fountains; checking and repairing park signs/road signs; checking and repairing or replacing nets, wind screens, and tie-downs on tennis courts; checking, replacing and realigning bumper stops; cleaning catch basins; and reporting safety hazards, damaged structures and equipment.
• Perform care and propagation tasks of trees, shrubs, turf and plants by: cutting, removing and hauling away dead trees, tree stumps and shrubs; checking the condition of trees, turf and grounds; raking and manicuring grounds; planting trees, shrubs, and flowers; sowing grass and laying sod; spreading fertilizer or herbicides; and pruning or trimming trees, hedges, and shrubs.
• Provide routine maintenance and repairs of asphalt roadways and surfaces by: patching asphalt and crack sealing; repairing potholes; and sealing asphalt surfaces.
• Assist skilled plumbers in performing preventive maintenance, major repair work or installation of various plumbing systems and equipment (e.g., water drainage, gas lines).
• Set up and break down furniture arrangements and sound systems for special events.
• Provide maintenance support and repair for facilities by replacing burned out bulbs, filters, repainting building and exterior trim, and checking lubricating pumps.
• Perform related work as required.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a minimum six months of work experience preferably in general maintenance, construction trades, lawn care or custodial work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.  Most positions require possession of a valid driver's license.

 SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT:  A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.  The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade.  A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a permanent part time, full time, term or on-call position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.  Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory.  The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.stlouisco.com/personnel/jobsearch .  We only accept On-line applications.  If you do not have access to a computer with web access, we have a kiosk that you may use in our office located at 41 S. Central 7th Floor, Clayton, Missouri 63105.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:  The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability/handicap condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.  Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Hearing Impaired TTY:  (314) 615-5889
Fax:  (314) 615-7703
www.stlouisco.com