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Maintenance Worker II or Maintenance Worker III- Facility Operations / Public Works

City of Topeka
Topeka, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026

The City of Topeka is seeking a general facility and equipment maintenance mechanic to perform semi-skilled building, equipment and ground construction, repair, and maintenance tasks on a variety of city-owned assets and facilities. This position will be filled as II or III, depending on qualifications.

This position works Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

What you’ll do:

  • Inspect buildings, machinery and equipment to identify the need for repair and maintenance activities.
  • Carpentry work is to repair buildings, facilities and equipment.
  • Plumbing repair and maintenance duties such as replacement of exposed pipe, sinks and tanks, and unclogging drains.
  • Repair and maintenance of electrical equipment.

The ideal candidate possesses any combination of the following traits:

  • A basic knowledge of mechanics and/or plumbing hand tools.
  • Is a highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
  • Has knowledge of standard safety practices, hazards and precautions

Minimum Qualifications:

Maintenance Worker II:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent with one year of experience performing semi-skilled building, mechanical, construction or grounds maintenance work required.
  • Supervisory experience is desirable.

Maintenance Worker III:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent with three years of experience in building, mechanical, construction or grounds maintenance work required.
  • Field technician experience with a licensed HVAC contractor and two years of supervisory experience is desirable.

All candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable within The City's guidelines.

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Maintenance Worker III position description. (please right-click and open in new tab)

Maintenance Worker II Minimum Entry Rate of Pay: K9 / Step 1: $17.17 per hour.

Maintenance Worker III Minimum Entry Rate of Pay: K12 / Step 1: $18.71 per hour.

The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including

  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
  • KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan
  • (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
  • Free full-service Fitness Facility
  • Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $17 - $19

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