Part-Time Laborer

State of Missouri
St. Louis, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Dec 12, 2024
  • Salary: $17.00-$20.00 per Hour USD
  • Salary Top:20
  • Part Time
  • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Job Description

    Why you’ll love this career:

    Do you enjoy working with your hands assisting in a variety of building, equipment, and grounds maintenance tasks? Then this opportunity would be a great fit for you! If you love working in and around multiple trades areas including but not limited to general maintenance, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and more, submit your application today!

    As a part-time laborer, you will have the opportunity to build for a stronger tomorrow by applying your diverse background, education, and work experiences to a variety of grounds maintenance and trades work projects. This person will ensure the project is completed in alignment with project objectives and expectations and supports the mission and vision of FMDC. Every project is an opportunity to make an impact on the future, your community, and the State of Missouri!

    This position is with the Office of Administration Division of Facilities Management, Design, and Construction (OA-FMDC) supporting the Operations Team. OA-FMDC is committed to strengthening the State’s investments while providing a safe and secure environment through innovative design solutions and excellent customer service.

    FMDC Vision - Building for a Stronger Tomorrow (BFAST)

    What you’ll do:

    • Complete a variety of semi-skilled work in the alteration, maintenance, and repair of state buildings (with a focus on plumbing), facilities vehicles, and equipment.
    • Maintain grounds for buildings overseen through horticultural care, miscellaneous debris and trash disposal, snow removal and salt application.
    • Perform manual labor in connection with the receiving, handling, and storing of building materials and other similar items.
    • Assist in cleaning of parking lots and patching and painting asphalt.
    • Perform light electrical, plumbing, drywall repairs, and painting.
    • Execute assignments in the form of work orders in a timely and accurate manner.
    • Receive general supervision from a maintenance and/or specialized trades supervisor.
    • Travel to other facilities (within a 2-hour radius) to provide occasional assistance.
    • Prioritize excellent customer service for a wide and diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to internal teams, state agencies, state officials, contractors, and the public.
    • Follow all OA-FMDC health and safety protocols in addition to OSHA standards.


    All you need for success:

    • Prior experience in plumbing preferred.
    • Ability to understand and carry out time-sensitive instructions independently or as part of a team.
    • Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions.
    • Ability to properly lift and carry 50 lbs.
    • Ability to operate gas- and hand-powered lawn maintenance tools and equipment.
    • General knowledge of grounds keeping, trades work, maintenance, and repair.
    • Ability to operate mowing machinery, tractors, and/or motorized equipment.
    • Must possess and maintain a valid Missouri driver’s license or from an adjacent state if you reside outside of Missouri.
    • Safety-first mindset with understanding of occupational hazards and safety precautions. (OSHA 10 certification preferred.)


    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

    *This position is physically demanding. Examples of job duties may include prolonged periods of walking/standing/sitting/bending/driving, climbing ladders, ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, working in inclement weather and working on uneven or elevated surfaces. This list is not all inclusive, but a general representation of duties that may be encountered in this position, however other duties may be assigned contingent upon business needs. Please note, this position is considered a “Category 2” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning the incumbent will be compensated for overtime (hours actually worked over forty hours in a workweek) at the rate of time and one-half.

    More reasons to love this career:

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Y our total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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