Equipment Operator-Road-26603511R

County of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus $1,250

Employee referral program

Shift premiums: $0.50/hr tree trimming

Job summary

County of San Diego is seeking an Equipment Operator to maintain storm drains, roadways, and rights-of-way and to operate road repair equipment in compliance with design and safety regulations.

The role requires hands-on experience with motor graders, chippers, forklifts, skid-steer loaders, backhoes, loaders, and dump trucks, plus a strong safety ethic. Base pay is complemented by premiums in specified conditions and potential recruitment bonuses.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in construction or repair of roadways or one year as a Road Maintenance Worker with the County of San Diego.

Responsibilities

• Operate road repair and maintenance equipment to maintain or repair roadways.
• Perform manual labor using hand tools and hand work.
• Maintain County storm drains, roadways, and rights‑of‑way for safe access and travel.

Skills

Equipment operation

Road maintenance

Safety procedures

Job description

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

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

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
• Additional $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

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

I. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews.

Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.

II. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.

III. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date. 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 and a current medical card is required at time of appointment and both must be maintained throughout employment in this class; AND

Certification/Registration

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

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