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Roadway Maintenance Driver II - Various Locations
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Throughout St. Louis County, MO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2024-00436
Department
Transportation and Public Works - CRS Operations
Opening Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
9/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
St. Louis County Government Department of Transportation and Public Works is looking for individuals interested in becoming a Maintenance Driver II. These positions will report to an assigned District and could be required to lead a crew on assignments performing skilled roadway maintenance work including heavy equipment operation. Examples of assigned crews include on grass cutting, tree trimming, concrete, asphalt and other specialty roadway maintenance crews.
The typical work hours are Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The Sweeping Crew position work hours will be Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Some crews work 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday from April to October.
The typical starting salary will be $23.65 per hour. This position will require mandatory 12 hour snow shifts and will receive a $6 per hour increase for snow removal. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
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Examples of Duties
Operate heavy equipment, vehicles and machinery requiring a Commercial Drivers License in maintenance activities.
Perform general roadway or grounds maintenance and sign manufacturing, installation and service on a specialized crew.
Repair and replace asphalt roadways and surfaces.
Maintain, repair or install concrete structures or surfaces.
Perform snow removal.
Care for and clean designated indoor and outdoor areas.
Provide care and propagation for trees, shrubs, turf and plants.
Some positions lead lower level workers operating heavy equipment.
Perform administrative tasks associated with work completion.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires two years of experience in general maintenance or related work or an equivalent amount of training and experience. Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements is also required.
A valid Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements will be considered. However, a Class A CDL will be required within the first 6 months of employment.
Additional Information
Pre-Employment Testing - all candidates (including County employees currently not working in a CDL position) must undergo a drug screen after a conditional offer. Employment is contingent upon negative test results. Mandatory Ongoing Testing - in compliance with federal regulations, employees with a Commercial Drivers License are subject to random, post-accident, reasonable-suspicion and return to duty testing.
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.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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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Thanks for your interest in working with St. Louis County. We are interested in learning more about the skills and experience that you would bring to this position. Please ensure that you provide complete responses to the following supplemental questions as they, as well as the information provided on your application, will be used to determine your overall eligibility.
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Describe your experience leading a team to include your specific duties. This employment must be included in the work history section of the application.
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Please indicate any of the following areas that you have experience in. This experience needs to be included in the work history section of the application.
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Do you have any experience operating heavy equipment (I.e. skid loader, back hoe, front loader)? Please list all the equipment you have operated.
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This position is a physical job working outside in extreme weather. This requires driving, walking, bending, lifting and exposure to dust, mold and pollen. Are you able to perform these duties?
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This position requires mandatory overtime consisting of 12 hour shifts to plow snow and response to natural disasters. Are you able to work this schedule as required?
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Do you possess a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License with appropriate endorsements?
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How many moving violations have you had in the last three years?
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Has your drivers license ever been suspended or revoked?
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Of the locations which have a vacancy, please select where you are interested in working:
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Please provide any previous work experience you have had with St. Louis County Government including roles you held and the dates of employment. Further, please explain the reason(s) for your departure from the organization. If this does not apply to you, simply enter n/a.
Required Question
Employer St. Louis County
Address 41 South Central
7th Floor
St. Louis, Missouri, 63105
Phone 314-615-5429
Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov