Facilities Apprentice Lead (Job Class: Laborer Lead)

Facilities Apprentice Lead (Job Class: Laborer Lead)

Salary

$34,944.00 - $41,932.80 Annually

Location

Throughout St. Louis County, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00304

Department

Transportation and Public Works - Facility Management

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

9/6/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

St. Louis County is seeking a dedicated and skilled Facilities Apprentice Lead (Job Class: Laborer Lead) to help support the Facilities team by assisting with daily maintenance tasks, learning building system operations, and helping troubleshoot issues across County facilities. This entry-level role is designed for individuals who are eager to learn the trades, grow their skills, and contribute to keeping County buildings safe, functional, and comfortable.

The starting salary is between $16.80 - $20.16 / hour and will be based on your experience and qualifications. There is a $6.00 hourly increase for positions in Transportation & Public Works when reporting for emergency snow removal services as required in the job class summary.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit: Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website

St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

Examples of Duties

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist team members with routine and corrective maintenance on building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Support the inspection, operation, and basic troubleshooting of HVAC equipment such as pumps, cooling towers, air handlers, and related systems.
• Help monitor and adjust building controls, gauges, thermostats, and valves under the guidance of experienced staff.
• Participate in regular building rounds to observe equipment conditions and help complete minor repairs.
• Assist with general building maintenance tasks including lighting, hardware, and fixture repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks by following provided instructions, training, and industry best practices.
• Learn to inspect mechanical rooms, pumps, generators, and life-safety systems, documenting observations and reporting issues promptly.
• Support fire and life-safety compliance by following NFPA guidelines and local codes.
• Respond to facility needs and emergencies alongside senior team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Help maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas and follow all County safety policies and training requirements.
• Represent the County professionally, following uniform and appearance standards.
• This role may have direct/indirect supervision over Laborers within the team.
• Perform other tasks as assigned while continuing to develop skills and knowledge.

Core Competencies

• Willingness to learn technical skills and problem-solving approaches
• Initiative and responsibility for assigned tasks
• Flexibility and readiness to assist in multiple areas
• Strong sense of urgency and customer service mindset
• Ability to work independently at times once trained

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of work experience or exposure to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems (commercial or institutional preferred)
• Current, valid driver's license
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Preferred Qualifications

• Safety training within facilities or manufacturing facilities
• Desire to learn about HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical systems within County Facilities
• Asbestos Certification or similar

Work Environment

This role supports multiple County sites and requires travel between locations in various weather conditions. Work may include shift assignments, on-call rotations, weekend coverage, and occasional overtime during urgent situations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely move tools and equipment
• Frequent standing, climbing, bending, crouching, and reaching
• Clear verbal communication and ability to read technical documents and schematics
• Ability to move across multiple floors and buildings as part of regular duties

Commitment to Equity

St. Louis County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. The County prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics and ensures fairness in all hiring and employment practices.

Additional Information

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicants 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 applicants earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.

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 merit 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.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept on-line applications.

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, 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

Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Fax: (314) 615-7703

www.stlouiscountymo.gov

St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.

In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.

Please click https://stlouiscountymo.gov/saint-louis-county-missouri-careers/competitive-benefits/to view all of our benefits.

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Employer St. Louis County

Address 41 South Central

7th Floor

St. Louis, Missouri, 63105

Phone 314-615-5429

Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov