JOB OPPORTUNITIES
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(Open to Internal and External Applicants)
UTILITY WORKER
-Current vacancy in Parks-
Typical schedule: Sun-Thur, 7:00 am-3:30 pm
DUTIES
To perform maintenance, construction, servicing and/or repair work on a variety of city facilities, buildings and grounds.
Requires
A minimum of two years of experience in the maintenance, construction, and/or repair of facilities, infrastructure, buildings, grounds, and/or equipment with experience in pavement, lighting, mechanical and/or electrical systems (electrical = 240 to 480 volts), HVAC, welding, and/or plumbing systems. Experience must be commensurate with repair and maintenance specialty required for current vacancy. A valid MO Motor Vehicle Operator’s license is required. Most work assignments require a valid class “A” or “B-with airbrakes” CDL be obtained within the probationary period. Incumbents assigned to Parks must obtain Public Pool & Spa Operator Certification within first year of employment and Playground Safety Certification is desirable. Chlorofluorocarbon certification (CFC) is required for certain vacancies. Some assignments require Certification for Backflow Prevention within first year of employment. Subject to emergency call-in; must be able to work weekends, holidays, and/or a variety of shifts as required.
See Job Description for Essential Duties and Qualifications.
Salary
$12.53 - $18.04 Hourly is complete Salary Range.
(Starting salary is typically at the beginning of the range depending on individual qualifications and budget authorization.)
Application Deadline
5:00 p.m., Friday, January 27, 2012.
(Applications/Resumes submitted by mail must be postmarked the day of the application deadline.)
CITY EMPLOYEES must submit a resume or employment application by the stated deadline.
ALL CANDIDATES SUBMITTING A RESUME SHOULD INCLUDE SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
NOTE: To receive credit for college education, you must submit your college transcript with your application. Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums stated herein. Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as quantity, per Merit Rule 5.8.
The ELIGIBLE LIST established as a result of this job posting will be used for a minimum of six months or until the list is exhausted. Individuals must apply now in order to be considered for future openings of this position. Eligible applicants will have the option of having their name withheld from consideration for specific vacancies if they choose.
To ensure consideration, CITY EMPLOYEES wishing to transfer or take a voluntary demotion for the current vacancy should indicate their interest to the Human Resources Department by completing the appropriate form by the application deadline.
According to Merit Rule 10.1(c), no CITY EMPLOYEE “shall be deemed eligible for promotional examination whose last service rating was not satisfactory.”
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin or disability. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. 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. Pre-employment drug testing required.
To apply, complete an online application. To check the status of this position (accepting applications, scheduling testing, 2nd interviews, filled, etc.) please see Position Status.
