Job Description

Posting number: 100926

Department: Parks

Job classification: Craftsworker

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building Maintenance, Trades, Parks, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Construction Trades

Summary

The Springfield-Greene County Parks Department is seeking an independent, self-motivated, hard-working individual to join our team as a Craftsworker. This position is responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled craftswork in the construction, maintenance, and/or repair of various city and county parks and facilities. These include golf courses, fitness centers, pools, Cooper Tennis Complex, and more. Come make a difference in your community!

For this position, we are seeking a candidate with knowledge and experience in, equipment maintenance, pool cleaning and water management, safety and regulatory compliance, record keeping, and troubleshooting and repairs.

This position is specific to Parks and does not include responsibilities within the Airport, Environmental Services, or Public Works departments.

Benefits include:

• Generous paid leave
• Paid pension retirement
• Paid health insurance
• and MUCH MORE!
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About our Parks Department:

The Springfield-Greene County Park strives to provide the very best in parks and recreation facilities, programs, events, and services to our community. In doing so, we will make a positive impact on the overall quality of life, health, environmental, social, and economic aspects for our resident families and visitors alike.

The Park Board includes 3,200 acres and 105 sites, ranging from neighborhood playgrounds to multi-use recreational facilities to natural resource areas. The system includes four golf courses, three family centers, a zoo, a farm park, botanical gardens, several sports and athletic complexes, two indoor aquatics centers, six outdoor swimming pools, multiple School-Park sites and more than 100 miles of recreational trails -- including 70 miles of Greenways.

Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Learn more about our award-winning, accredited Parks department at: http://www.parkboard.org

We have amazing benefits including employer-paid retirement and health insurance for employees. Have questions about benefits? Click here!

Examples of duties

Experience, Education, and Training

• A minimum of three years responsible experience in construction or maintenance craftswork of which at least one year has been at a skilled level in one or more of the following areas: concrete, welding, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or mechanical.
• Experience must be commensurate with craft specialty required for current vacancy.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's License;
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate class and endorsements within probationary period for all assignments except the Dickerson Park Zoo;
• ATSSA Supervisory Work Zone Certification within the first 12 months for Public Works assignments.

Qualifications

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Supplemental information

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.