Grounds and Building Maintenance Coordinator

The City of Springfield's Environmental Services Department is seeking individuals that are interested in making a difference in our community by joining the team as a Grounds and Building Maintenance Coordinator . In this role, you will oversee a team of individuals picking up litter throughout the roadways of the community and assisting with neighborhood cleanup operations. This position involves daily field work and team leadership to support the safe pickup of litter alongside the highways and arterial streets in Springfield in our continue efforts to protect the environment. If you have a strong background in leading and motiving a team , we encourage you to apply. Learn more about our Solid Waste division here . And more about our benefits here ! Experience, Education, and Training Requires at least three years' experience in performing general maintenance and minor repair of commercial buildings (including pest and vector control), facilities, and landscaping; Some experience operating medium-duty equipment (such as mowers, tractors, skidsteer, grinders, etc) required, PREFERRED Experience in directing/leading the work of others Licensing/Certification Must possess and maintain at minimum a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with class "B" endorsement enabling to operate vehicle with airbrakes within probationary period; Some candidates must possess and maintain CDL class "A" endorsement such as tanker in order to qualify for some assignments; Must obtain and maintain a valid state pesticide Public Applicator's License in Right-of-way or Ornamental & Turf Category, depending on assignment, within probationary period; Candidates must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification within the probationary period. For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description . The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required. All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.