Job Description
Join our dedicated team serving Kansas City residents! The City of Kansas City is seeking a Public Works Maintenance Worker to ensure our community's infrastructure remains safe and functional. This vital role involves hands-on work in parks, streets, and public facilities. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within municipal service. Help shape our city's future while making a tangible impact daily.
Responsibilities
- Maintain city parks, playgrounds, and green spaces through landscaping, equipment operation, and repairs
- Perform street repairs including pothole patching, signage installation, and traffic signal maintenance
- Operate heavy machinery (e.g., dump trucks, graders) safely and efficiently
- Respond to weather emergencies including snow removal and storm debris cleanup
- Conduct routine inspections of public infrastructure and report hazards
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams for coordinated project execution
- Adhere to all OSHA safety protocols and city maintenance standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification preferred
- Valid Missouri driver's license with clean driving record
- Minimum 1 year experience in construction, landscaping, or equipment operation
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in extreme weather conditions
- Basic mechanical knowledge for equipment troubleshooting
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- OSHA 10-hour certification a plus