Maintenance Worker I

City Of Olathe; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and dental coverage

Retirement plans

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

The City Of Olathe offers Seasonal Maintenance opportunities for individuals at the Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm and the Olathe Memorial Cemetery. Responsibilities include operating maintenance equipment, landscaping, and performing light custodial work.

Employees must be 18 years or older, have a high school diploma, and possess a valid driver's license. The position provides competitive pay and benefits such as health, dental coverage, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid driver's license and a favorable driving record are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of mowing and outdoor maintenance equipment.
• Install and maintain landscaping.
• Plant and maintain trees and other plants.
• Maintain athletic fields and other outdoor areas.
• Pick up trash and debris.
• Complete light custodial work.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Seasonal Maintenance opportunities are available for individuals seeking a commitment of up to 6 months, or summer only employment, at the Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm and the Olathe Memorial Cemetery. Duties may include, but are not limited to, general and grounds maintenance, light custodial, painting, basic carpentry, and other related tasks. The Maintenance Worker I is responsible for performing a variety of duties for one of the following crews: Park Maintenance, Sports Field Maintenance, Horticulture, Forestry or Park Construction. Work is completed independently requiring a high degree of initiative and motivation.

Employment Type

Seasonal (up to 6 months or summer only)

Hourly Rate

$17.50

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of mowing and outdoor maintenance equipment
• Install and maintain landscaping
• Plant and maintain trees and other plants
• Maintain athletic fields and other outdoor areas
• Pick up trash and debris
• Complete light custodial work

Qualifications

• No experience is required. Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver's license and a favorable driving record are required.

Physical Demands

Work requires the ability to navigate uneven ground and exposure to a variety of outdoor elements such as heat, cold, rain, and dust. Lifting and operating powered equipment requires lifting, manual dexterity, and frequent physical exertion.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health and dental coverage
• Retirement plans
• Educational reimbursement