Structural Mechanic

Structural Mechanic

The St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works seeks a well-experienced Structural Mechanic that can perform remodeling, construction, repair, preventive maintenance, and cleaning work at the skilled generalist level in an assigned area or location. The typical starting salary range is between $20.50 - $24.60 hourly depending upon the candidate's qualifications as well as budgetary considerations. The position is located at the Lawrence K, Roos Building, 41 S. Central, Clayton MO. The shift is 1st shift 7:00 am 3:30 pm, Monday Friday. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.

Examples of duties include:

• Perform construction, remodeling and renovation work such as demolishing walls and appurtenances, framing new walls, repairing damaged and handing new sheetrock, replacing trim, painting, roofing, hanging wall coverings and installing shelving and drop ceilings; removing and replacing tiled and carpeted flooring; assembling casework.
• Perform interior and exterior maintenance and repair to facility structural systems such as repairing/refinishing/painting doors, walls, ceilings, floors, trim, fixtures, furniture and cabinetry/shelving; pointing masonry and brick; repairing stone, concrete tile surfaces.
• Performs such additional work, with the required abilities and under the indicated working conditions and environment, as may properly be requited of a position in this job class.

Equipment used includes: hand and power tools; pneumatic equipment; hardwoods and Formica; wood glues, stains and finishes; sheetrock (drywall), tape, spackling and wall paint; respirator and asbestos containment equipment; janitorial/cleaning tools; automobile, van, light truck (up to 2 tons). Working conditions include balance, bend at the waist, climb or work on scaffolding, ladders and stairs; crawl or walk on uneven surfaces; exposure to dust/dirt, fumes, and hazardous materials (including asbestos); kneel, squat, stoop, lift, push/pull, or reach above shoulder level; stand or walk for long periods; work from manlifts and platforms; work in extreme temperatures (heat/cold) and out of doors in inclement weather.

Minimum qualifications include three years of progressively responsible work experience in building construction, renovation, construction maintenance or as a painter or mason. Any equivalent combination of training and experience is also acceptable. Special requirements include possession of a current, valid Driver's License. An Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Accreditation may be required within 30 days of employment depending upon the division to which assigned.

Selection and appointment 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. The interview 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. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, 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.

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 11-12 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.