Equipment Operator-Road

County of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus

Post-probation bonus

Tree trimming premium

Motor sweeper premium

Job summary

County of San Diego, Department of Public Works, seeks a skilled Equipment Operator to maintain storm drains, roadways, and rights-of-way, and to operate road repair equipment in compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has two years of roadway equipment experience or one year as a Road Maintenance Worker with the County, and a valid California Class B license with tank endorsement (air brake restrictions may be required to be waived).

Qualifications

• Two years of roadway construction/repair experience with motorized equipment.
• One year of full-time experience as a Road Maintenance Worker with the County.
• Valid California Class B driver's license with tank endorsement and no air brake restrictions.
• Some positions require California Class A license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain County storm drains, roadways, and rights-of-way for safe access.
• Operate road repair and maintenance equipment as needed.
• Perform manual labor with hand tools.
• Adhere to design and safety regulations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Road maintenance

Strong work ethic

Safety awareness

Tools

Motor-graders

Chippers

Forklifts

Skid-steer loaders

Striping equipment

Job description

Excellent Career Opportunity County of San Diego - Department of Public Works

Practical Exams and Interviews Will Be Conducted on an Ongoing Basis

The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate’s qualifications at time of appointment

Future Salary Increase

June 2027 – 5.23% increase to base pay (2.90% Across-the- Board + 2.33% Market Adjustment)

The following additional pay incentives and premiums are available:

$1,250 Recruitment Bonus

$1,250 Bonus after successful completion of the probation period. This hard to recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee’s name on your job application in the space provided.

In addition to the base salary, employees in this job class may receive a fifty cent ($0.50) per hour premium while tree trimming, and a twenty-five cents ($0.25) per hour premium while operating a motor sweeper.

The County of San Diego is dedicated to providing essential services to its residents. The Department of Public Works (DPW) plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure of our communities and is committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation in all that we do.

We are currently seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to join our team. As an Equipment Operator, you will maintain County storm drains, roadways, and/or rights-of-way to permit safe access and travel by motorists, cyclists and pedestrians, and operate road repair and maintenance equipment necessary to maintain or repair roadways in compliance with design and safety regulations; and perform manual labor duties via the use of hand tools and hand work. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and a commitment to safety.

The Department of Public Works has multiple vacancies in all geographical areas of the County and encourages applicants who live or wish to work in the following rural areas to apply: Campo, Julian, Fallbrook, and Valley Center.

Please be sure to check the boxes for all work locations in the County you are willing to accept when completing the application.

This video provides a preview on the County's Department of Public Works, entitled "Working for You", and provides a preview of what it's like to work on a road crew for the Department of Public Works.

Hiring Process and Timeline

1. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews.
2. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
3. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
4. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
5. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, training, and/or experience, that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. Qualifying education/experience:

1. Two (2) years of experience in the construction or repair of roadways which included the operation of motorized equipment such as motor-graders, chippers, forklifts, skid-steer loaders striping equipment, backhoes, loaders, and dump trucks of various sizes and capacities; OR
2. One (1) year of full-time experience as a Road Maintenance Worker with the County of San Diego.

Required Licenses, Certifications or Registrations

A valid California Class B driver's license with a tank endorsement and without air brake restrictions is required at time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment in this class. Some positions require possession of a California Class A driver's license. Employees in this class are subject to random drug testing per DOT guidelines.

A current medical certificate is required at time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Practical Exam

The Practical Exam is designed to assess applicants' skills in using the following equipment:

• Five-yard dump truck
• Loader
• Shovels and hand tools
• Fiber Roll
• One of the three following pieces of equipment based on applicant's preference: Backhoe, Motorgrader, or Skidsteer.

The practical exam is designed to identify if the candidate possesses a valid California Class B (or higher) driver's license with tank and air brake endorsements. If you are invited to the practical exam, you must bring your license with you and present it upon request. Persons not possessing a California Class B license or higher with tank and air brake endorsements at the time of the practical exam will not be allowed to participate in the exam and will not continue.

On February 7, 2022, the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) implemented the federal Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements for commercial driver license (CDL) applicants. ELDT must be conducted by a registered training provider listed on the federal Training Provider Registry (TPR).

In addition to the federal requirements, California resident applying for an original CDL (Class A or B) must complete a minimum of 15 hours of behind-the-wheel training and submit a California Commercial Driver Behind The Wheel Training Certification (DL 1236) to DMV as proof of completion prior to the issuance of their CDL.

For more information regarding ELDT, please visit https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov

For more information about the TPR, visit: https://tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov

Blind Applicant Screening: The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Conditions of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego’s pre‑employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre‑employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job‑related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Evaluation

The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based upon scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job, on a case‑by‑case basis.

Veteran’s Preference Policy

The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information.

Military Skills Translator

Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read the Military Skills Translator to access the tool.

Strategic Plan

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of these values is infused throughout our operations. The County also embraces a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Read more about the Strategic Plan for more information.

Disaster Service Worker

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

Diversity & Inclusion

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.