Maintenance Worker/Laborer

Maintenance Worker/Laborer

The Fairfield Civil Service Commission is conducting an open competitive exam to establish an eligibility list for the position of Maintenance Worker/Laborer for the City of Fairfield on June 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Fairfield High School, 8800 Holden Blvd, Fairfield, OH 45014.

Responsibilities for Maintenance Worker-Laborer include: Under general supervision, performing a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled tasks relating to the maintenance and repair of city facilities and equipment, streets, sewers, traffic control systems, parks, utilities, recreation areas and other City-owned property.

Applicants must be: minimum 18 years of age; have one (1) year work experience; familiar with methods, materials and equipment used in these types of work; able to follow written and oral instructions; able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates; able to perform the essential functions of these positions; willing to work various shifts; possess valid Driver's License. A complete job description for this position may be reviewed at the time of application.

Scope of the written exam will be multiple choice questions covering basic knowledge and knowledge of skills necessary to perform the duties of this position. A passing grade of 70% must be achieved to be included on eligibility list.

Applications for this exam will be accepted online only at beginning Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The deadline to apply is Monday, June 1, 2026 at 11:59pm. NO EXCEPTIONS . In the event of a tie score on the written exam, priority in ranking is determined by the date and time the application is received.

Photo ID required at the time of test. Probationary Period: 12 months Starting Pay Rate: $27.39

The City of Fairfield is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit and services to the public that does not discriminate based on disability, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status or gender identity and expression. This includes all City programs, activities, and hiring practices.