Maintenance/Grounds Technician

Our Veterans Home is “Always on Mission” for excellence not just in Veteran care, but in the facilities in which they live. As a Maintenance/Grounds Technician, no two days will be the same as you maintain and repair structures, systems, and grounds around the Home. If you are looking for a variety of hands‑on work, want a challenge and enjoy the outdoors, then the Veterans Home is the place for you. Pay Hourly: $20.56 - $22.05 Annual: $42,773.28 - $45,872.16 Pay based on experience Examples of Work Complete work in trade areas such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, concrete and masonry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair. Perform construction, preventative maintenance, monitoring, and repairs on the facility, machines, vehicles, and equipment. Operate various powered equipment, such as lawn tractors, forklifts, power tools, motorized hydraulic jacks, or related equipment. Participate in the maintenance of the Home’s grounds, including snow removal as needed. Qualifications 1 – 3 years of relevant experience Possess a valid driver’s license Availability to work after scheduled hours and be on call for emergencies Tolerance to work in varying temperatures/weather conditions, dust, noise, confined spaces, on ladders and rooftops Benefits Enjoy a workplace where you can build lasting relationships with our Veterans and your co-workers Opportunities to learn and grow in your career with MO Veterans Home 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance Retirement Up to $25/month match on savings plan 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption How to reach us Each MO Veterans Home has a recruiter on staff. We are here to answer any questions you may have. At the Missouri Veterans Commission, we value diversity because we believe in the power of our differences. MVC strives for an inclusive work environment where equal and equitable opportunities exist for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, uniformed service member, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr MISSOURI VETERANS HOME - ST. LOUIS