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Building Maintenance Tech

City of St. Joseph

City of St. Joseph

St Joseph, MO, USA
USD 16,881.6-34,881.6 / year
Posted on Oct 15, 2025
Position: Building Maintenance Tech
Location: St. Joseph, MO
Job Id: 690
# of Openings: 1

JOB TITLE: Building Maintenance Technician
DEPARTMENT: Public Works & Transportation
DIVISON: Streets
SALARY: $34,881.60 yearly/ $16.77 hourly
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

Job Summary/Scope
Performs electrical, plumbing and carpentry work in the maintenance of the division facilities at yards. Maintains air conditioning and heating units and assist with snow removal and street repairs as necessary. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Maintains the building and yard area.
  • Maintains and Repairs computerized fuel system.
  • Maintains and Repairs boiler.
  • Repairs electrical wiring and Maintains air conditioning/heating units.
  • Performs repair work on wash rack.
  • Maintains DNR required reports on hazardous waste and fuel systems.
  • Performs plumbing work on building and grounds.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Skills in electrical wiring, plumbing and general carpentry.
  • Knowledge of boiler, air conditioning and heating unit operations.
  • Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions and make necessary repairs.
  • Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
  • One to three years of prior experience in a related field required.
  • Valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement required.
  • Required to be on-call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
Materials and Equipment Directly Used
Uses a variety of hand tools, electric saw, pipe benders, yard maintenance tools such as mowers, hedge trimmer and edger as well as other related tools. Operates a light truck on a daily basis. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Exposure to extreme weather conditions including extreme heat and cold. Good eye/hand coordination. Frequent standing, bending, walking, stooping and climbing. Occasional lifts objects weighing 50 pounds and infrequently lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. Subject to call-ins under emergency conditions. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.
Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

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