Pettis County is looking to hire a full-time Groundskeeper/Maintenance Trainee.
The Facilities and Grounds Department performs all facets of building and grounds maintenance as well as new construction.
We are looking for a dedicated Groundskeeper to take care of the landscape around County buildings. Primary responsibilities include performing routine upkeep, such as mowing the grass, trimming shrubbery, weeding, maintaining clear walkways and snow removal on walkways/parking lots during winter months. A variety of tools will be used, such as a power mower to complete your duties. In addition, general facility maintenance will be required to be performed.
Applications are on the Pettis County website at www.pettiscomo.com under the job opportunities tab.
Completed applications can be hand delivered to Pettis County Human Resources on the second floor of the Courthouse. They can also be mailed to Pettis County HR; 415 S. Ohio, Suite 350; Sedalia, MO 65350
Starting Pay at $16.00 per hour for qualified candidate. Pay is negotiable depending upon maintenance work experience.
Typical hours are 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday thru Friday
A qualified individual is one who:
- Has groundskeeping experience
- Must have good mechanical aptitude and be willing to learn
- Has the physical ability required to lift and to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- Has the interpersonal skills necessary to relate to colleagues
- Must be able to perform routine physical activities without restrictions
- Can sit, stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to tolerate temperature extremes and variations
- Has a high school diploma or equivalent
Pettis County offers a full comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Paid vacation
- Paid Sick
- Retirement 457(b) plan
- Two Pension plans
- Dental
- Health
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid holidays
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person