Maintenance/Grounds Technician

State of Missouri
Saint James, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 22, 2025
  • Salary: $16.83-$19.81 per Hour USD
  • Salary Top:19
  • Full Time
  • Building Maintenance
  • Grounds and Landscaping Services
  • Job Description

    Our Veterans Home is “Always on Mission” for excellence not just in Veteran care, but in the facilities in which they live. As a Maintenance/Grounds Technician, no two days will be the same as you maintain and repair structures, systems, and grounds around the Home. If you are looking for a variety of hands-on work, want a challenge and enjoy the outdoors, then the Veterans Home is the place for you. Apply today!

    Pay:

    • Hourly: $16.83 - $19.81
    • Annual: $34,898.68 - $41,078.02
    • Pay based on experience


    Examples of Work:

    • Complete work in trade areas such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, concrete and masonry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair.
    • Perform construction, preventative maintenance, monitoring, and repairs on the facility, machines, vehicles, and equipment.
    • Operate various powered equipment, such as lawn tractors, forklifts, power tools, motorized hydraulic jacks, or related equipment.
    • Participate in the maintenance of the Home’s grounds, including snow removal as needed.


    Qualifications:

    • 1 - 3 years of relevant experience
    • Possess a valid driver’s license
    • Availability to work after scheduled hours and be on call for emergencies
    • Tolerance to work in varying temperatures/weather conditions, dust, noise, confined spaces, on ladders and rooftops


    Benefits

    • Enjoy a workplace where you can build lasting relationships with our Veterans and your co-workers
    • Opportunities to learn and grow in your career with MO Veterans Home
    • 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
    • Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
    • Retirement
    • Up to $75/month match on savings plan
    • 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption


    How to reach us

    Each MO Veterans Home has a recruiter on staff. Please look below to find the recruiter's contact information by location. We look forward to hearing from you!

    • Cameron - 573-508-7133
    • Cape Girardeau - 573-986-4061 OR 573-986-4023
    • Mexico - 573-567-8327
    • Mt. Vernon - 417-489-0167
    • St. James - 573-301-6533
    • St. Louis - 314-337-1761
    • Warrensburg - 660-429-4690


    At the Missouri Veterans Commission, we value diversity because we believe in the power of our differences. MVC strives for an inclusive work environment where equal and equitable opportunities exist for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, uniformed service member, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
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    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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