Requisition Id: 3843 Salary: $44,568.00 - $55,608.00 Salary Grade: S7 Job Location: Northwest Regional Office (STJOS1) Closing Date: May 20, 2025 Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC. To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor,Ralph T Hudlemeyer at Thomas.Hudlemeyer@mdc.mo.gov or at816 2713100, during regular business hours. We would love to hear from you! Summary/Objective Build and maintain infrastructure to ensure safe and well maintained public use areas. Essential Job Duties • Maintain facilities and grounds infrastructure, including painting, carpentry and construction. • Troubleshoot and perform electrical, concrete, HVAC, and plumbing repairs. • Complete new construction projects by completing bids, assigning tasks and monitoring timesheets, progress, budgets, etc. • Address all other repair or maintenance issues. • Troubleshoot and operate all hand tools and power tools. • Procure materials for construction projects. • Order tools and other inventory supplies, as needed. • Communicate with internal and external parties regarding maintenance needs and project status, by phone, email and in-person discussions. Ancillary Job Duties • Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED/HiSET required. • Three (3) years of experience in general carpentry and building construction work. • Must maintain a valid, current driver's license. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and construction knowledge. • Ability to read construction drawings • Ability to perform semi-skilled and skilled work in building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical trades. Work Environment • Occasionally work in confined spaces, and in high places, requiring the use of lift devices. • Frequently exposed to vibration and loud noises associated with power tools requiring hearing protection. • Occasionally exposed to oils, chemicals and airborne particles which may require the use of a respirator and to electrical hazards requiring proper specific safety procedures. • Regularly work in outdoor environments where hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions exist. Physical Abilities • Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings. • Regularly operate tools and other machinery and relocate machinery to other areas. • Frequently ascends/descends a ladder whilst working. • Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information. • Clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, precise hand-eye coordination, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors. • Frequently lift up to 75 pounds, correctly lift up to 100 pounds. • Concentrated attention is required at all times. • Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Disclaimer This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements. Exemption Status/Special Notes This position has been determined to be Nonexempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy. Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed. MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment. The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment. Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment. All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.
See More Details >>Laborer/Construction Worker Work area - greater St. Joseph and surrounding counties (generally 60 mile radius) We are seeking candidates interested in joining our company who have the ability to assist others with all facets of commercial construction including concrete work, carpentry, metal building erection and iron work. Applicants do not need to have prior experience in commercial construction but must have a desire to learn the trade(s). Applicants must be reliable and punctual. You can apply online or in person at 1305 S. 59th Street, St. Joseph, MO 64507 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Skills/qualifications: • Previous construction work history • High school graduate or equivalent • 18 years of age or older • Skilled at reading a tape measure • Ability to pass a drug test Benefit package: • Company paid health, dental, and life insurance after 60 days • Eight paid holidays after probationary period • 401k plan with company match • Paid vacation after one year • Referral bonuses • Flexible benefit plan and supplemental insurance plans
See More Details >>Veritas Systems Construction is looking for a highly motivated Skilled Laborer to help expand our commercial and residential buildings division. Demand is up... We offer competitive merit-based pay, also considering experience, trained or learned skills and work ethic... Benefits available after 90 & 180 working days! We are currently looking for certain skilled laborers to help us grow with the times. Are you looking to broaden your horizons or expand your construction knowledge with a growing company? Have you ever dreamed of leading your own crew one day? Do you like to fix and repair things and be challenged with new tasks on the daily? Are you looking for an organized, structured and fun loving team? Well then do we have the opportunity for you! Skills that will raise your value: • Reliable transportation to get to the shop. • Takes pride in doing honest work every day. • Has a minimum of 1 year experience in construction/building. (preferred but not required). • Has a basic understanding of job site safety. • OSHA 10 certification will be required within 6 months of hire date (we will assist with this). • Can read a tape measure accurately. • Team Leader • Blueprint Reading • Framing • Sheet metal work • Roofing • Siding • Carpentry • Can work hand tools safely with good awareness of surroundings. • Accurately track and note all damaged materials or overages/shortages to be reported by the end of that working day to Crew Leader. • Basic understanding of power tools and how to operate safely. • Can cooperate & execute in anticipation or foresight of the work at hand. • Demonstrates initiative & desire to help/serve. • Framing experience • Jobsite awareness We offer a vast array of construction opportunities we are currently building in Residential construction, Commercial construction, infrastructure projects, Renovations, site coordination. Other characteristics that can earn you more: • Values: Strong work ethic, Tenacity, Honesty, Pride in Workmanship, Team Player. • Bilingual • OSHA Certifications • Attainment: Goal oriented and enjoys working with the objective to get the job done accurately & with efficiency. • Leadership: Can follow instructions, and be able to repeat them when needed in keeping with good teamwork collaboration, harmony & SYNERGY. Basic Job description: Experienced construction worker to help with our growing demand. Job consists of working on new and older type buildings, and everything from garages, barns, warehouses, sheds, homes, shops, man caves, she sheds or whatever good folks dream of living, working or playing in!!?? We are willing to train on some aspects, but basic construction knowledge and experience is a big plus. #makingadifference #ssstsss #lovingwhatwedo
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a carpenter in St. Joseph, MO, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,511 in the construction sector. In St. Joseph, MO, carpenters can earn an average of $486 per week, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring carpenters in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $41,748 annually for experienced professionals.
