Utility Maintenance Worker I

The City of Olathe Public Works Department is seeking a Utility Maintenance Worker I to perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work in the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of the city's water distribution and waste water collection system. Perform a variety of duties, such as hand excavation, heavy lifting, hauling materials, operating tools and equipment, furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; participates in the repair and preventive maintenance of water distribution systems. This position performs the more routine tasks and duties assigned in potentially dangerous and hazardous conditions under the direct supervision of others. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

• Perform work in preventive and breakdown maintenance on pumps, mixers, motors, valves, meters, water and wastewater lines, instrumentation, and other related devices of assigned facilities.
• Maintain safety and proper operation according to City regulation in all jobs performed.
• Maintain traffic control of work sites by directing and guiding traffic and the placement of signs and devices to ensure a safe job site environment.
• Operate a variety of equipment including trucks, snowplows, salt spreader, hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, electronic test meters, pumps, and various other vehicles and equipment.
• Monitor, review, and inspect all utility lines with the proper equipment; maintain inspection equipment as required.
• Participate in housekeeping duties, grounds and building maintenance; perform troubleshooting, repair and replacement duties for electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Perform on-call duties and overtime as required.

Must successfully pass a background investigation, pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen and agility test.



The City of Olathe offers competitive pay and time off and an exceptional benefits package, including medical (with free Wellbeing Center services), dental, vision, life and disability coverage to eligible employees and dependents. In addition, we offer multiple opportunities for retirement savings including a 457 deferred compensation plan and State of Kansas retirement plan. Additional perks include an employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement and a robust Employee Wellbeing program.