Town of Carbonado

08/04/2026

The East Pierce Interlocal Coalition (EPIC) Team, surrounding school districts, and partners are coordinating a full-scale lahar evacuation drill. On April 23, students and faculty from participating school districts will walk the evacuation routes. The purpose of the drill is to familiarize students with the evacuation routes and to provide them with the tools to be prepared for a real-life evacuation. Learn more about the drill at laharexercise.com

18/03/2026

The Carbonado Town Council anticipates submitting a proposition to the Voters for the August Primary Election to renew the Town’s 6-Year EMS Levy at a rate of $.50 per $1,000/Assessed Value from 2027-2032.
In compliance with RCW 29A.32.280 the Town is required to formally appoint a "For" and "Against" Committee to prepare statements for the voters pamphlet. The deadline to submit statements for the pamphlet is May 5, 2026.
If you are interested in serving for either committee- please email [email protected] with your name, contact information and the committee that you wish to serve on.
To learn more about the for/against committee statements, please refer to the Pierce County Elections Guide beginning at page 13: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/109102/2026-Jurisdiction-Guide_FINAL?bidId=

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

06/12/2024

The Town of Carbonado is requesting all of our users to conserve water through Sunday, December 8th.
While replacing old valves at the water plant today, unexpectedly, the raw water reservoir had to be completely drained. It will take time to fill this back up. Please refrain from non-essential uses of water. By conserving our drinking water, we have a better chance at keeping a sufficient quantity until normal operations have resumed.
Thank you for your efforts!

20/03/2024

Reminders:
**Recycle will be picked up, again, this week and yard waste will be next week.
**Spring Cleanup is April 11th with appliance pick up on the 13th.
**Town Hall will be closed March 25th - April 8th, with limited hours April 9th - April 22nd.
**Water shut-off, due to nonpayment, will be March 28th, 9am.
**Emergency contact is Holli Pendergast 253-363-1536.

15/11/2023

The Town is currently hiring for a Utilities/Maintenance Worker

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair, construction, or installation of Town streets, parks, grounds, cemetery, water system and sewer system as assigned.
• Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Learn to operate a variety of Town equipment.
• Learn to safely and accurately perform chemical application functions.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Reading and recording of water meters.
• Maintain positive public relations. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner.
• Collect water samples for testing
• Mow and maintain parks, cemetery and open areas.
• Collect and dispose of solid waste from parks and pick up litter from Town property.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Public Works Director.
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Most work is performed outdoors involving moderate risks, discomfort, or unpleasantness such as a high level of noise; dust, grease and mud; moving vehicles or machines; cold and/or wet weather. Normal safety precautions are required; and the incumbent may wear some protective clothing and equipment such as rain and snow gear, boots, goggles, and gloves. Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven surfaces; and recurring bending, crouching, stooping and reaching; and occasional lifting of moderately heavy items.
• Work may involve offensive smells.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Ability to work effectively with little or no supervision.
• Basic knowledge of principals and procedures used in maintenance and of grounds keeping.
• Must have the ability to have a flexible work schedule.
The opportunity for advancement will be up to the individual based on the certifications received.
STARTING WAGES $20-$23/HR DOE, POSITION IS TEMPORARY, UP TO 40 HRS/WK
NO BENEFITS, STATE MANDATED SICK LEAVE.
APPLICATIONS DUE BY NOVEMBER 22ND, 2023, BY NOON. POSTION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

01/08/2023

The Town is updating their Comp Plan and we'd love to hear your opinion! Please take the survey, using the QR code on the photo. This is also posted at town hall and the post office!
Thanks!

06/07/2023

We are hiring! Call Town Hall if you have any questions.

09/05/2023

Would you like to join the Town Council, and make the important decisions for the Town? Well, here's your chance! The mayor and 3 council positions are all open. Filing dates are May 15-May 19.

Learn how to become a candidate, View a list of current open offices and other valuable resources. The Election Guide for candidates is a must-read!

12/01/2023

TOWN OF CARBONADO OPEN POSITION:
TOWN MAINTENANCE, WATER/SEWER WORKER

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair, construction, or installation of Town streets, parks, grounds, cemetery, water system and sewer system as assigned.
• Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Learn to operate a variety of Town equipment.
• Learn to safely and accurately perform chemical application functions.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Reading and recording of water meters.
• Maintain positive public relations. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner.
• Collect water samples for testing
• Mow and maintain parks, cemetery and open areas.
• Collect and dispose of solid waste from parks and pick up litter from Town property.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Public Works Director.
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Most work is performed outdoors involving moderate risks, discomfort, or unpleasantness such as a high level of noise; dust, grease and mud; moving vehicles or machines; cold and/or wet weather. Normal safety precautions are required; and the incumbent may wear some protective clothing and equipment such as rain and snow gear, boots, goggles, and gloves. Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven surfaces; and recurring bending, crouching, stooping and reaching; and occasional lifting of moderately heavy items.
• Work may involve offensive smells.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Ability to work effectively with little or no supervision.
• Basic knowledge of principals and procedures used in maintenance and of grounds keeping.
• Must have the ability to have a flexible work schedule.
The opportunity for advancement will be up to the individual based on the certifications received.

STARTING WAGES $18-$20/HR DOE, POSITION IS PART TIME, UP TO 32 HRS/WK, NO BENEFITS, STATE MANDATED SICK LEAVE.

APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT TOWN HALL OR ON OUR WEBSITE AND ARE DUE BY FEBRUARY 1ST, 2023.
POSTION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

01/12/2022

Message from Murrey's:

Good morning,

Due to the inclement weather & hazardous road conditions in our service area, Murrey’s Disposal is canceling garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection routes in and around Carbonado today.

If we are unable to safely access and service an area, customers will need to double up on their garbage next week and recycling or yard waste in two weeks. Murrey’s will not be offering credits for today’s canceled service, as we will collect 2X the customer’s regular service level on the next regular service day.