Top 52 Recreation Workers Jobs in Kansas City, MO

Maintenance Worker
City of Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- From $19.27 an hour
- Email
- Background check
- High school
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
4d
Youth Worker - Residential Services
Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri —Kansas City, MO
- $19.80 - $24.74 an hour
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Recovery Technician
Heartland Center For Behavioral Change —Kansas City, MO
- $17.00 - $18.09 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Residential
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Back-up Youth Worker (part-time) - Residential Services
Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri —Kansas City, MO
- $24.74 an hour
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Youth Worker - Residential Services - Educational Support Unit
Circuit Court of Jackson County, Missouri —Kansas City, MO
- $19.80 - $24.74 an hour
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
ISL Weekend Direct Care Staff
Building On Dreams —Sugar Creek, MO
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Caregiving
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Building Services Worker - Nights - 19 Hours
City of Lenexa —Lenexa, KS
- $18.96 - $21.33 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
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Preschool/Pre-K Assistant Teacher
JCPRD —Overland Park, KS
- $14 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Retirement plan
Kansas, Kansas City SIU Investigator PT
Insight Service Group (ISG) —Kansas City, KS
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
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Maintenance Worker I - Parks & Recreation department
City of Excelsior Springs —Excelsior Springs, MO
- $38,545.42 - $43,170.87 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Construction experience
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Program Supervisor
THE ARC OF THE OZARKS —Lees Summit, MO
- From $67,580 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
10d
Athletic Complex Maintenance Worker
JCPRD —Shawnee, KS
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Retirement plan
PRT Turf Maintenance - PRT Maintenance Worker II
City of Independence Missouri —Independence, MO
- $20.87 - $22.74 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
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4d
Youth Services Specialist (Service Coordinator)
State of Missouri —Gladstone, MO
- $49,198.80 a year
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
Adjunctive Therapist PRN
Research Psychiatric Center —Kansas City, MO
- PRN
- Psychiatry
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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11d
Seasonal Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker
City of Belton, MO —Belton, MO
- $15.76 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Writing skills
- Sanitation
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5d
Program Instructor
Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation —Lee's Summit, MO
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
- 16+ years old
Assistant Teacher - Shawnee Mission Elementary Schools
JCPRD —Shawnee, KS
- $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Children
- Retirement plan
Senior Park Specialist
Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation —Lee's Summit, MO
- $19.62 - $25.11 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Building Services Crew Leader - Night Shift
City of Lenexa —Lenexa, KS
- $23.20 - $26.89 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply

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Maintenance Worker

City of Kansas City -
Kansas City, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
From $19.27 an hour
4 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Pension plan
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Bereavement leave
Life insurance

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

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Positions available with the Parks & Recreation Department, Natural Resources Maintenance Division
Pay Range: Starting at $19.27 per hour
Work Location: 4600 E. 63rd St.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Application Deadline: July 09, 2026
About Us

About the Parks & Recreation Department

Kansas City Parks & Recreation is dedicated to enhancing the community’s quality of life through equitable, community-driven programs and sustainable management of natural resources. The department provides and maintains a wide range of parks, recreational facilities, and amenities, including trails, lakes, playgrounds, and cultural spaces. By promoting leisure, wellness, and environmental stewardship, Parks & Recreation fosters healthy lifestyles, strengthens community connections, and contributes to a vibrant, world-class city experience.

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Responsibilities

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What you’ll do
Participate in routine groundskeeping by mowing grass, trimming shrubs, cutting tree branches, and caring for plants to maintain safe and well-kept park spaces.
Collect refuse by picking up, carrying, and emptying receptacles, removing debris, and loading materials to keep park areas clean and accessible.
Assist with snow removal activities to maintain safe conditions during winter weather.
Perform semi-skilled manual labor to support daily maintenance tasks and ensure work is completed efficiently.
Perform related duties as required to support overall operations.
Qualifications

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REQUIRES
High school graduation OR 6 months of experience in general labor.
May be required to possess a valid state-issued driver’s license in accordance with City of KCMO policies.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.
The Parks Department requires a valid driver's license at time of hire and must obtain a Class A CDL during probationary period
Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us – Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays—with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life’s Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses—invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City’s Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.

Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans’ points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during “wartime” and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code § 4211).

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Recreation Workers jobs in Kansas City, MO

Maintenance Worker

Youth Worker - Residential Services

Recovery Technician

Back-up Youth Worker (part-time) - Residential Services

Youth Worker - Residential Services - Educational Support Unit

ISL Weekend Direct Care Staff

Building Services Worker - Nights - 19 Hours

Preschool/Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Kansas, Kansas City SIU Investigator PT

Maintenance Worker I - Parks & Recreation department

Program Supervisor

Athletic Complex Maintenance Worker

PRT Turf Maintenance - PRT Maintenance Worker II

Youth Services Specialist (Service Coordinator)

Adjunctive Therapist PRN

Seasonal Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker

Program Instructor

Assistant Teacher - Shawnee Mission Elementary Schools

Senior Park Specialist

Building Services Crew Leader - Night Shift

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