Maintenance Worker - Parks Department

Maintenance Worker - Parks Department

Salary

$42,536.00 - $53,643.20 Annually

Location

Springfield, MO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

080726

Department

Parks

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

It takes a lot to maintain all 105 Springfield-Greene County Park Board locations, ranging from neighborhood parks, multi-use recreational facilities, natural resource areas, special use facilities and aquatic facilities. Our departmental maintenance staff work daily to contribute to the care and beautification of over 3,200 acres of park property.

The Park Operations division is the primary division within Parks dedicated to the maintenance and upkeep of our neighborhood and regional parks and facilities. You will find Park Operations staff maintaining our ball fields, trails, structures, pavilions, playground equipment, trees, botanical gardens, and more.

Our Maintenance Workers work full-time, year-round schedules. Most assignments require one weekend day to be part of the set schedule.

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.

Benefits include:

• Generous paid leave
• Paid pension retirement
• Paid health insurance
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Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• A minimum of one year of experience (or 6 months if candidate has direct City of Springfield experience in one of these areas) in the operation of dump trucks, flusher trucks, skid-steer loaders, front-end loaders or comparable equipment operation;

OR

• One year of maintenance and/or construction work comparable to work completed in the Parks & Public Works Departments in such areas as street/road work, grounds work, maintaining sports fields, agriculture, and sewer or utility pipe line work.

Licensing/Certification

• Must take and pass, at minimum, the written portion of the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) exam (permit) within 90 days of hire.
• A class "B" CDL, at minimum, must then be obtained within the probationary period.
• Some assignments require the driver to have the ability to operate a vehicle with airbrakes.
• Candidates must possess endorsements such as tanker and/or a class "A" license in order to qualify for some assignments.
• Candidates must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certification within the probationary period.

Functions

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

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

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.

Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Benefits

01

The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for, and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of see resume will not be accepted.

• I understand.

02

How much related experience do you possess in the operation of dump trucks, flusher trucks, skid-steer loaders, front-end loaders, commercial type mowers or comparable equipment operation?

• I do not have any related experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 or more years

03

How much related experience do you possess in maintenance and/or construction work in such areas as street/road work, grounds work, maintaining sports fields, agriculture, and sewer or utility pipe line work?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 or more years

04

Do you have at least 6 months of direct City of Springfield experience in maintenance, construction and/or equipment operation as listed above?

• Yes
• No

05

Please describe your experience as it relates to the Maintenance Worker position.

06

Please describe any and all licenses or certifications you possess as related to this job.

07

Please select any and all shifts you are interested in working.

• Day Shift
• 2nd Shift
• 3rd Shift
• Saturday Work
• Sunday Work
• Saturday & Sunday Work

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield (MO)

Address 840 N Boonville

Springfield, Missouri, 65802

Phone 417-864-1607

Website https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Jobs