What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Only - Craftsworker position at City of Springfield (MO)?
About our Public Works Department:
Mission Statement
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.
- 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.
Licensing/Certification
- 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;
- ATSSA Supervisory Work Zone Certification is desirable for Public Works assignments.
For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.
Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.
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. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
Salary : $43,014 - $68,702