Maintenance and Grounds Technician

Why you’ll love this position:

Do you enjoy working with your hands as a semi-skilled maintenance technician, assisting in a variety of building, equipment, and grounds maintenance tasks? Are you looking for a great opportunity with even better benefits? Then this opportunity would be a great fit for you! If you love working in and around multiple trades areas including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and more, submit your application today! 

As Maintenance and Grounds Technician you will have the opportunity to build for a stronger tomorrow by applying your diverse background, education, and work experiences to a variety of grounds maintenance and trades work projects. This person will ensure the project is completed in alignment with project objectives and expectations and supports the mission and vision of FMDC. Every project is an opportunity to make an impact on the future, your community, and the State of Missouri!

This position has room for long-term career growth! It is classified as a Maintenance/Grounds Technician (click to learn more).

This position is with the Office of Administration Division of Facilities Management, Design, and Construction (OA-FMDC) supporting the Operations Team. OA-FMDC is committed to strengthening the State’s investments while providing a safe and secure environment through innovative design solutions and excellent customer service.

FMDC Vision – Building for a Stronger Tomorrow (BFAST)

What you’ll do:

• Perform manual labor in connection with the receiving, handling, and storing of building materials and other similar items.
• Complete a variety of semi-skilled work in the alteration, maintenance, and repair of state buildings, facilities vehicles, and equipment.
• Maintain grounds for buildings overseen through horticultural care, miscellaneous debris and trash disposal, snow removal and salt application.
• Assist in cleaning of parking lots and patching and painting asphalt.
• Perform light electrical, plumbing, drywall repairs, and painting.
• Execute assignments in the form of work orders in a timely and accurate manner.
• Receive general supervision from a maintenance supervisor.
• Prioritize excellent customer service for wide and diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to internal teams, state agencies, state officials, contractors, and the public.
• Answer emergency calls and occasionally travel to other facilities to provide coverage and assistance.
• Provide coverage at state facilities after hours and/or for emergency purposes (i.e., severe weather, snow removal, water leaks, fire, and more) to ensure facilities and grounds are properly maintained and cleared for team members and the public to conduct state business.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Missouri driver’s license or from an adjacent state if you reside outside of Missouri.
• Ability to understand and carry out time-sensitive instructions independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to operate gas- and hand-powered lawn maintenance tools and equipment.
• Safety-first mindset with considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Excellent attendance, work ethic, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to properly lift and carry 50 lbs.
• General knowledge of grounds keeping and light trades work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience and knowledge of general maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge in a variety of trade areas including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair.
• Ability to operate mowing machinery, tractors, and/or motorized equipment.
• OSHA 10 and/or 30 preferred, but FMDC can provide if needed.

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

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate’s name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

• This position is physically demanding. Examples of job duties may include prolonged periods of walking/standing/sitting/bending/driving, climbing ladders, ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, working in inclement weather and working on uneven or elevated surfaces. This list is not all inclusive, but a general representation of duties that may be encountered in this position, however other duties may be assigned contingent upon business needs. Please note, this position is considered a “Category 2” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning the incumbent will be compensated for overtime (hours actually worked over forty hours in a workweek) at the rate of time and one-half.

More reasons to love this career:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position, please contact:

oarecruiters@oa.mo.gov 

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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