Utility Maintenance Worker
City of OlatheOlathe, Kansas, United States
Posted February 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The City of Olathe consistently ranks as one of the best places to work, live and raise a family. That didn’t happen by accident. It happened because thousands of dedicated City employees work each day to make life better in our community. “Setting the standard for excellence in public service” is not just a saying in Olathe. It is what we do. Olathe’s quality of life is second to none, and we believe our employees deserve the same. The City of Olathe values and fosters an innovative, diverse, and inclusive culture. We offer competitive pay, health and dental coverage, retirement plans, and educational reimbursement. Employees can take advantage of the all-encompassing LiveWell wellness program to help them be their best selves—mentally, physically, socially, and financially. The City of Olathe champions continuous training and development for employees at all levels. It is our belief that if our employees continue to grow and be successful, both personally and professionally, then the City will serve our residents in the best ways possible. If you’re looking for a career where you can serve others, make a difference, and grow, then your path starts here.
Job Description
The City of Olathe's Utility Maintenance group is accepting applications for a Utility Maintenance Worker. The Utility Maintenance team is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the water distribution and wastewater collection systems. As a Utility Maintenance Worker, you'll work performing a variety of duties such as hand excavation, heavy lifting, hauling materials, operating tools and equipment, repairing and performing maintenance on water systems, locating water and sewer infrastructure, programming AMI (Automated Metering Infrastructure) water meters and data entry into the work order system.
Requirements
- Performs more routine work in preventive and breakdown maintenance for pumps, mixers, motors, valves, meters, water and wastewater lines, instrumentation, and other related devices of assigned facilities with direct supervision;
- Maintains safety and proper operation according to City regulation in all jobs performed including trench and confined space precautions;
- Ability to work independently replacing and programming AMI water meters, performing move-ins and move-outs, and delinquent shut offs;
Benefits
- Generous clothing and footwear allowance
- Free on-site health clinic for employees on the City's insurance plan
- Excellent work-life balance