Stormwater Maintenance Worker

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Employment Type

Job Summary

Stormwater Maintenance Worker I / II / III
Public Works Department | City of Olathe, Kansas
Full-time | Monday through Friday | 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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: starting at $19.75/hour, up to $26.27

• Stormwater Maintenance Worker II: starting at $21.75/hour, up to $28.90

• Stormwater Maintenance Worker III: starting at $23.75/hour, up to $31.79

Placement will be based on qualifications and experience. Advancement through levels includes increased responsibility and pay.

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

• No CDL yet? Apply anyway — the City provides training and time to obtain required licensing after hire.
• 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 is 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.
• Required training and time to complete training will be provided by the City.

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

The City of Olathe offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Kansas retirement plan and 457 deferred compensation plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• 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