Job Description

Do you take pride in doing quality work, enjoy being outdoors, and like seeing the results of your efforts every day? The City of Kirkwood is looking for a Street Maintenance Worker to help keep our streets, sidewalks, and public spaces safe and in great shape for everyone who calls Kirkwood home.

What You'll Do

Every day brings something new. You'll:

• Operate trucks and heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, skid steers, dump trucks, snowplows, and street sweepers.
• Repair and maintain streets and sidewalks, handling materials like asphalt, rock, sand, and concrete.
• Take care of seasonal work including mowing, leaf collection, snow removal, and ice control.
• Help keep Kirkwood clean and safe by removing debris, addressing hazards, and maintaining public areas.
• Assist with traffic signage and pavement markings.

If it helps keep Kirkwood connected, you'll be part of it.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable teammate who values hard work and community service.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
• Experience operating trucks or heavy equipment.
• Experience in street or sidewalk construction or maintenance preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds and work safely in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during snow events.

Why You'll Love Working for Kirkwood

• Make a visible impact. Your work keeps Kirkwood's roads safe and its neighborhoods thriving.
• Build your skills. Operate a wide variety of equipment and gain hands-on experience.
• Join a supportive team. Work with people who care about each other and the community they serve.

If you take pride in a job well done and want to help keep Kirkwood moving, apply today!

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor working environment. May encounter hazards from working in extreme weather conditions as well as exposure to hot material, hazardous material, dust, and other allergens. Exposure to constant and extreme noise.

STARTING SALARY RANGE (DOE): $45,482 - $54,579 per year plus excellent benefits.

To apply: Complete the electronic employment application located on the City website under "I Want To" then click "Apply for a Job With The City"  OR : A paper application can be picked up at Kirkwood City Hall, 139 South Kirkwood Road, 63122 OR: call 314-984-6975 to have one e-mailed, mailed, or faxed to you. Return paper applications to: City of Kirkwood, Attn: Human Resources at the address listed above.

PERSONS REQUIRING AN ACCOMMODATION TO APPLY FOR A JOB OPENING SHOULD CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 314-822-5809.

THE CITY OF KIRKWOOD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY .

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