Maintenance Worker I - CDL, Stormwater Ops

City of Olympia; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Olympia is seeking two temporary Maintenance Worker I positions in the Stormwater/Wastewater Operations Work Unit. The role requires a Class B CDL, with Class A preferred, and runs for up to 9 months starting June 1, 2026.

You will perform routine labor, basic repairs, grounds maintenance and building cleaning as part of a crew under supervision. Ideal candidates have at least one year of general work experience and a background in water or street maintenance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic building, landscaping or building maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge of basic safety procedures and precautions.
• Skill in operating and maintaining small manual/power tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Workers I are responsible for basic, general upkeep, repair and/or cleaning in and around city buildings, structures, and property.
• Assist with maintenance activities performed in Public Works, Parks, Olympia Center, and City facilities.
• Perform basic pruning, fertilizing and transplanting; brush and litter removal; operation of tractors, hand/power mowers, edgers and fertilizer application devices.
• Assists with street repairs and winter sanding operations; shoveling various materials; operate hand/power tools; and other basic street maintenance.
• Drives pickup and dump truck; and operate roller, paving machines, back hoe or street sweeper.
• Assists with street signs and markings, guard rail, curbing and sidewalk repairs.
• Assists in digging ditches and laying sewer/water/stormwater pipe; cleaning and checking valves; monitoring pumps for proper operation; and maintenance hole and pavement repairs.

Skills

Basic maintenance knowledge

Safety procedures

Tool operation

Tools

Small tools handling

Job description

The City of Olympia is seeking two temporary Maintenance Worker I positions in the Stormwater/Wastewater Operations Work Unit. The role requires a Class B CDL, with Class A preferred, and runs for up to 9 months starting June 1, 2026.

You will perform routine labor, basic repairs, grounds maintenance and building cleaning as part of a crew under supervision. Ideal candidates have at least one year of general work experience and a background in water or street maintenance.