Salary: See Position Description
Location : Throughout St. Louis County, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2022-00550
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 10/24/2023
Closing Date: 11/6/2023 11:59 PM Central
Description
This position works within the Construction Trades section of the Department of Parks and Recreation.
The starting salary range for this position will be between $16.61 – $19.93 hourly depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. In addition, we offer a wonderful work environment (you get to work in a Park!), a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit
Examples of Duties
- Performs carpentry work for maintenance, renovations, and new construction projects such as roof and wall framing, concrete forming, decks, ramps, stairs, structural steel erection and other related work according to accepted industry standards and methods, local building codes, and specifications.
- Performs concrete and masonry work for maintenance, renovations, and new construction such as concrete flatwork, walls, foundations, stairs, masonry block, stone, pavers, and other related work according to accepted industry standards and methods, local building codes, and specifications.
- Performs roofing systems work on a wide variety of roof systems, substrates, guttering, flashings, and other related work according to manufacturer’s specifications and industry standards. Assures roof site safety by using proper safety equipment and fall protection devices.
- Performs interior finish work for maintenance, renovations, and new construction projects such as drywall installation, floor covering installation, cabinet production and installation, display cases, historical reproductions, and other related work according to accepted industry standards and methods, local building codes, and specifications.
- Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited technical trade school or completion of an appropriate trades apprenticeship, and four years of related experience in building construction, renovation or construction maintenance. Candidates must possess a valid Driver’s License.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant’s 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.
Responses provided to the interview questions listed under the Supplemental Question heading of this posting will comprise 100% of the applicant’s earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. Once questions are scored, 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 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 FloorClayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity EmployerFax: (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 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 to view all of our benefits.
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The information provided in your application (education and work experience sections) will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please ensure your information is correct and up to date prior to submitting your application for review. Also, please note that resumes are supplemental information only and will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications.The information provided in your application (education and work experience sections) will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please ensure your information is correct and up to date prior to submitting your application for review. Also, please note that resumes are supplemental information only and will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications.
- I have read this information and ensured my application is up to date and reflects all relevant experience prior to submission.
- I have read this information and did not ensure my application is up to date and reflects all relevant experience prior to submission.
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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.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.
- 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.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.
- I have read this information and understand my responses to the supplemental questions, as well as information provided on the application will be used to determine eligibility for the position. I have not ensured such information is thorough, descriptive, and up to date.
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Do you possess a valid driver’s license?
- Yes
- No
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Has your driver’s license ever been suspended or revoked?
- Yes
- No
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How many moving violations have you had in the last 3 years?
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Why are you interested in this position?
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Discuss the education/experience that you possess that you feel best suits you for this position.
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Discuss a specific time when you had a difference of opinion with someone on how to best complete a project. How did you resolve it?
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