Internal Only - Craftsworker

City of Springfield • Springfield, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is open to current City of Springfield employees only. The City of Springfield Public Works department is seeking an independent, self-motivated, hard-working individual to join our team as a Craftsworker. This position is responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled craftswork in the construction, maintenance, and/or repair of various city roadways and sidewalks. About our Public Works Department: Mission Statement Public Works constructs and maintains the infrastructure of the City to satisfy community needs by providing engineering services, a safe transportation system, effective stormwater management, and public buildings and grounds. Responsibilities & Services The Department of Public Works is an accredited agency by the American Public Works Association. Public Works is responsible for street design, construction, and maintenance. It has also partnered with the Missouri Department of Transportation to implement a cooperative computerized traffic signal system to improve Springfield's street capacity. Community Services Designs, builds, and maintains city streets and sidewalks, and stormwater system Maintains public right-of-way and Hazelwood Cemetery. Leadership Philosophy The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes: Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency. These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Requirements

• A minimum of three years responsible experience in construction or maintenance craftswork of which at least one year has been at a skilled level in one or more of the following areas: concrete, welding, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or mechanical.
• Experience must be commensurate with craft specialty required for current vacancy.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's License.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate class and endorsements within probationary period for all assignments except the Dickerson Park Zoo.
• 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.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Nice To Haves

• ATSSA Work Zone Certification is desirable for Public Works assignments.

Responsibilities

• Performing skilled and semi-skilled craftswork in the construction, maintenance, and/or repair of various city roadways and sidewalks.
• Designs, builds, and maintains city streets and sidewalks, and stormwater system.
• Maintains public right-of-way and Hazelwood Cemetery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed