Job Description

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Employment Type

Full Time

Join Our Stormwater Maintenance Team at the City of Olathe!

Do you enjoy working outdoors, operating various tools and equipment, and making a positive impact on natural habitats? If you have experience in construction, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, or horticulture, we want you on our team!

As a Stormwater Maintenance Worker, you'll help maintain Olathe’s stormwater systems, ensuring our community stays safe and environmentally healthy. Every day brings variety—whether you're repairing infrastructure, managing vegetation, or improving drainage systems. Be part of a team that values hard work, teamwork, and service to the community. Apply today and help us keep Olathe thriving!

Why Join Us?

At the City of Olathe, we know that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment where hard work is recognized and team celebrations are encouraged Plus, we provide outstanding benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family

• Free on-site health clinic for covered employees

• Retirement savings – 457 deferred compensation plan with employer match & Kansas state retirement plan

• Paid parental leave & flexible spending accounts

• Work clothing & shoe allowance

• Wellbeing program & on-site workout facility

• Education reimbursement for career growth

• Sick, Vacation, and Paid Holidays

**Candidates may qualify for one of the levels below**

Stormwater Maintenance Worker I (Entry Level)

• Preferred Qualifications: At least one year of experience in construction, infrastructure maintenance, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, horticulture, or a related field is preferred.

• Pay Range: Starting at $19.75, up to $26.27 depending on qualifications.

Stormwater Maintenance Worker II (Mid-level, increased responsibility)

• Preferred Qualifications: One to two years of experience in construction, infrastructure maintenance, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, horticulture or a related field is preferred.

• Pay Range: Starting at $21.75, up to $24.08, depending on qualifications

Stormwater Maintenance Worker III (Advanced, team leadership potential)

• Preferred Qualifications: At least two years of experience in construction, infrastructure maintenance, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, horticulture or a related field is preferred..

• Pay Range: Starting at $23.75, up to $31.79, depending on qualifications

Advanced through levels comes with increased pay and responsibilities.

Additional Requirements for All Levels

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Valid driver's license and favorable driving record.

• Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake and Tanker endorsement must be obtained within six months of employment.

• Class A Commercial Driver's License preferred for a Stormwater Maintenance Worker III new hire.

• Work Zone Safety Certification, flagging, confined space, shoring and snow fighter training must be obtained within one year of employment, but training and time to complete the training will be provided once hired.

Schedule 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday

If you're ready to build a rewarding career while making a difference in your community, apply today and join our dedicated team at the City of Olathe!

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

This is an entry level, semi- skilled, position under the direction of a Stormwater Team Supervisor, serving on a designated work crew. Work includes maintaining water control structures (storm water inlets, boxes, and pipes), erosion control structures, open channels (natural & improved), detention and retention ponds, vegetation maintenance and establishment, system inspection and verification of new and existing structures.

• Perform manual labor involving maintenance and repairs to storm drainage systems including pipe installation, concrete work, shovel work, spreading rock, loading or unloading trucks, transporting construction material, and cleaning drainage structures and ditches.
• Assist in the construction and maintenance of stream stabilization measures and traditional infrastructure repairs.
• Operate single axle dump trucks, snow removal equipment, mowing equipment, hand and power tools, and other mechanical equipment.
• Maintain native vegetation along stream ways and stormwater treatment facilities (planting, watering, weeding, herbicide application, and mowing).
• Adhere to all safety rules, practices and policies; develop and follow safe work habits; and alert supervisor to dangerous or unsafe conditions in the workplace or vehicle.
• Perform work in confined spaces.
• Perform on-call duties, snow removal, and other duties as required.

Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

Experience One-year experience in construction, infrastructure maintenance, natural resource management, landscape maintenance, horticulture or a related field preferred. Applicant must be at least 18 years old.

Education High School diploma/GED.

Licenses and Certificates Possess a valid driver’s license with a favorable driving record. Class B commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement must be obtained within six months of employment. Work Zone Safety Certification, flagging, confined space, shoring and snow fighter training must be obtained within one year of hire.

Supervised by Stormwater Team Supervisor.

Supervises N/A.