Maintenance Person - Hourly Position

Stormwater Maintenance Worker I / II / III Public Works Department | City of Olathe, Kansas

The City of Olathe is seeking applicants for a Stormwater Maintenance Worker position to perform maintenance and repair of the City's stormwater infrastructure. This is a hands-on, outdoor position that helps protect public safety, improve drainage, and support environmental stewardship across the community.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for candidates with experience in construction, public works, landscaping, parks maintenance, utilities, drainage, horticulture, equipment operation, or other outdoor labor roles. Candidates may be hired at the I, II, or III level depending on qualifications and experience.

Compensation

Stormwater Maintenance Worker I: $20.15 - $26.80 per hour

Stormwater Maintenance Worker II: $22.19 - $29.48 per hour

Stormwater Maintenance Worker III: $24.23 - $32.42 per hour

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll help maintain Olathe's stormwater system through work such as:

Cleaning, repairing, and maintaining storm drains, ditches, channels, culverts, and other drainage infrastructure

Removing debris, sediment, and vegetation that affect water flow

Performing landscape and vegetation maintenance in and around stormwater facilities

Operating hand tools, power tools, trucks, trailers, and maintenance equipment

Assisting with erosion control, drainage improvements, and infrastructure repairs

Supporting other Public Works operations as assigned, including storm response activities

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license and favorable driving record

Preferred Qualifications by Level

Stormwater Maintenance Worker I Related experience in construction, infrastructure maintenance, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, horticulture, or a related field is preferred.

Stormwater Maintenance Worker II One to two years of experience in construction, infrastructure maintenance, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, horticulture, or a related field is preferred.

Stormwater Maintenance Worker III At least two years of experience in construction, infrastructure maintenance, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, horticulture, or a related field is preferred.

Additional Requirements

Don't have a CDL yet? Apply anyway. The City will provide training and paid time to obtain required licenses after hire.

A Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements must be obtained within six months of employment.

A Class A CDL is preferred for candidates hired as a Stormwater Maintenance Worker III.

Work zone safety certification; flagging, confined space, shoring, and snow fighter training must be completed within one year of employment.

The City will provide required training to complete it.

Physical and environmental work capabilities

Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor labor

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Ability to work in muddy, wet, uneven, or confined environments

Stamina for lifting, digging, standing, and repetitive labor

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Kansas retirement plan and 457 deferred compensation plan with employer match

Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Sick leave, vacation, and paid holidays

Work clothing and shoe allowance

Free on-site health clinic for covered employees

Wellbeing program and on-site workout facility

Education reimbursement

If you enjoy outdoor, hands-on work and want to build a career serving the community, we encourage you to apply.

City of Olathe