Maintenance Technician I: Grounds & Facilities

Olympia; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympia is seeking a Maintenance Worker I to join the City’s facilities team. You will perform routine maintenance, repair tasks, landscaping, and custodial duties as part of a crew under supervision.

Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, assisting with installations, and ensuring safety and code compliance. The role involves operating light to heavy equipment, lifting up to 70 pounds, and working across City-managed sites, parks, and public spaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year experience in landscaping, building maintenance, streets, etc. OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training in related areas.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance and repair activities for City facilities and grounds.
• Inspects building, grounds, and equipment; performs necessary repairs and maintenance.
• Assists in installing equipment and appliances.
• Performs basic pruning, fertilizing and transplanting of landscaping; removes brush and litter.
• Assists with street repairs and winter sanding operations; shovels materials.

Skills

Basic maintenance skills

Grounds maintenance

Safety procedures

Microsoft Office familiarity

Teamwork

Reading instructions

Manual & power tools

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience in related area

Tools

Backhoe

Paving machines

Rollers

Dump trucks

Job description

Olympia is seeking a Maintenance Worker I to join the City’s facilities team. You will perform routine maintenance, repair tasks, landscaping, and custodial duties as part of a crew under supervision.

Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, assisting with installations, and ensuring safety and code compliance. The role involves operating light to heavy equipment, lifting up to 70 pounds, and working across City-managed sites, parks, and public spaces.