JOB SUMMARY: This position is a working leader assigned responsibility for building and utility maintenance work. Incumbent performs the duties and responsibilities of a craftsman in the maintenance, preservation, and construction operations of the park including historic structures, buildings and other park facilities and physical resources. MAJOR DUTIES: The primary purpose of the position is to perform recurring building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties under the direct supervision of the Building & Utilities Supervisor. The Work Leader directs employees in the performance of executing scheduled preventive maintenance inspections, & corrective maintenance of electrical, HVAC, utility system repairs, mechanical, and plumbing maintenance in the Arch Visitor Center, the Ranger Station, Grounds, Old Court House, and north and south overlooks throughout the busy season and the year to perform preventive maintenance and respond to issues. AREA INFORMATION No housing available The Gateway Arch National Park is located in downtown St. Louis, Missouri, on the banks of the Mississippi River. The park memorializes the city's role in westward expansion through the 630 foot Gateway Arch and underground Museum at the Gateway Arch. The Old Courthouse commemorates the site where the slave Dred Scott began his freedom suit, ultimately leading to the divisive U. S. Supreme Court decision that polarized the nation and became a leading cause of the Civil War. "Whether you're single or have a family, a sports fan or connoisseur of the arts, a fitness fanatic or a film aficionado, St. Louis has something for you." -St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association. A sports lover's paradise, fans are kept on the edge of their seats all year by a host of professional teams. With remarkable low cost of living for all the comforts and attractions it affords, St. Louis has a small-town feel yet offers all the amenities you'd expect in a major metropolitan area, including top-notch health care and education resources. The City of St. Louis is relatively small, but the surrounding metropolitan area with nearly two million residents in both Missouri and Illinois offer many suburban and rural counties for easy commutes. Cultural institutions abound; in Forest Park alone, you'll find the Zoo, Art Museum, History Museum, Science Center, the Municipal Opera and more. There are over 100 parks and some 200 miles of cycling, running and walking trails. Visit the website for more information. Gateway Arch National Park (U.S. National Park Service) IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
