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Parks Laborer Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

City of Joplin, MO

Laborer II

Joplin, MO · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Picks up trash and maintains the clean appearance of parks and cemeteries. * Cleans and maintains ... Performs a variety of strenuous manual labor activities associated with repairing/maintaining ...

City of Joplin, MO

Laborer I

Joplin, MO · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

... maintained parks, golf courses, cemeteries, wastewater treatment plants, and buildings ... labor, including use of power tools and equipment, is required. Licenses and Certifications:

Enchanted Parks

Maintenance Supervisor

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Assists in the preparation of annual department capital, operating expense, and labor budgets ... Provides guest service according to Enchanted Parks standards when serving the guest or working ...

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What is a parks laborer?

Parks Laborers are workers responsible for maintaining and caring for public parks and recreational areas. Their duties commonly include mowing lawns, planting and watering flowers and trees, cleaning park facilities, collecting trash, and performing minor repairs on park equipment. They play a crucial role in keeping parks clean, safe, and attractive for the community. Parks Laborers often work outdoors in various weather conditions and may use a variety of hand and power tools. This job typically requires physical stamina and a commitment to public service.

What does a parks laborer do?

As a Parks Laborer, your daily responsibilities often include tasks such as landscaping, mowing lawns, planting trees and flowers, maintaining playground equipment, and cleaning park facilities. You'll also assist with seasonal duties like snow removal or leaf collection. Collaboration is key in this role, as you frequently work alongside other laborers, groundskeepers, and supervisors to complete larger maintenance or renovation projects. Your contributions help ensure the park remains a safe, welcoming environment for visitors and support the overall goals of the parks and recreation department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parks laborer?

To thrive as a Parks Laborer, you need knowledge of grounds maintenance, landscaping techniques, and safe equipment operation, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tools such as mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, and possibly small utility vehicles is typically required, and OSHA safety training can be beneficial. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work well independently or in teams are valuable soft skills in this position. These skills ensure that public spaces are maintained safely, efficiently, and attractively for community enjoyment.

What cities in Missouri are hiring for Parks Laborer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Parks Laborer job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Maintenance Laborer - Parks Department

Hillsboro, MO • On-site

Jefferson County, Mo Local Government
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Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

To Apply:

Please complete the online application found at www.jeffcomo.org Resumes are accepted as supplemental information only and will not be used as a substitute for the application, you must complete the application in full.

JOB SUMMARY

Execute maintenance operations as directed to assure tasks are performed to ensure facilities are safe and in clean condition for public use. The position requires manual work of a routine and unskilled nature in the operation of County parks. Work involves both heavy and light physical labor in a wide range of park maintenance activities. Assignments may occasionally include the performance of semi-skilled duties learned on the job. Routine work is subject to general supervision, but specific instruction and close supervision are given for all new assignments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Clean BBQ pits, restrooms, picnic areas, and camp areas; mows grass, haul garbage, and cut and haul trees, and prepare athletic fields for use.
  • Operate mowing machines, tractors, trucks, snow removal equipment, chain saws, and similar equipment, skid-steer, and small dump truck.
  • Performs minor repairs, such as replacing rotting boards on picnic tables and paintings, replacing washers on plumbing, replacing screens and glass panes on windows and doors, receptacles, light switches, and lights.
  • Meets the public and gives information concerning park facilities, rules, and regulations.
  • Opens and closes park facilities with the changing seasons by winterizing plumbing and cleaning equipment and structures.
  • Assists as a laborer in the maintenance of equipment and park amenities and construction of park facilities.
  • Perform daily opening and closing of assigned park facilities and other related work as assigned.
  • Attends department and safety meetings.