Seasonal Equipment Operator*

San Bernardino County; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Deferred Compensation Plan

Job summary

San Bernardino County seeks Seasonal Equipment Operators to support short-term assignments across multiple settings. Positions are temporary up to six months with variable hours and overtime potential, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities include operating medium to heavy equipment, performing basic inspections, and maintaining records. Licenses and safety requirements are strict: valid California driver licenses (Class C and possibly higher), tanker endorsement, and DOT

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class C Driver License at time of application and a class A or B learners permit at time of hire.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class B (or higher) Driver License with a tanker endorsement AND no restrictions for air brakes and manual transmission within 120 days of hire or be terminated.
• Some positions may require a valid California Class A driver license with appropriate endorsements/restrictions.
• The DOT mandates drug testing of all employees in jobs requiring a Class B or higher driver license.
• Prior to appointment, background check, medical examination, and drug testing are required; random drug testing may occur.

Responsibilities

• Operating medium to heavy equipment in maintenance, construction, or emergency response activities.
• Assisting with special projects or higher-level equipment operations as needed.
• Performing basic equipment inspections, minor repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintaining records related to time worked and equipment usage.
• Supporting emergency or seasonal response efforts such as debris removal, drainage clearing, erosion control, or weather-related operations.
• Performing routine maintenance tasks including road or facility upkeep and general labor.

Skills

Valid Class C Driver License

Class A or B Driver License with tanke

No restrictions for air brakes and 120

DOT drug testing compliance

Background check and medical exam

Job description

The Department of Public Works is seeking Seasonal Equipment Operators to support a variety of short-term assignments across multiple operational settings. These extra-help/recurrent positions are typically filled on a temporary basis for up to six (6) months, depending on organizational needs.

Seasonal Equipment Operators may be assigned to support a range of projects, including maintenance, construction, and emergency response efforts. Work locations and assignments may vary and can include urban, rural, or remote areas. Schedules will fluctuate based on operational demands and weather conditions; there is no guarantee of minimum hours, and incumbents may be required to work overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Operating medium to heavy equipment in support of maintenance, construction, or emergency response activities across varying terrain and weather conditions
• Assisting with special projects or temporarily performing duties aligned with higher-level equipment operations, as needed
• Performing basic equipment inspections, minor repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Maintaining simple records related to time worked and equipment usage
• Supporting emergency or seasonal response efforts, such as debris removal, drainage clearing, erosion control, or other weather-related operations
• Performing routine maintenance tasks, which may include road or facility upkeep, vegetation management, traffic control, and general labor as needed

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

License: Must have a valid Class C Driver License at time of application and a class A or B learners permit at time of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid California Class B (or higher) Driver License with a tanker endorsement AND no restrictions for air brakes and manual transmission within 120 days of hire or be terminated. Some positions may require a valid California Class A driver license with appropriate endorsements/restrictions. The DOT mandates drug testing of all employees in jobs requiring a Class B or higher driver license.

Background: Incumbents must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment. Prior to hire, employees must pass a medical examination and drug test. Employees are subject to random drug testing as well as drug testing following accidents and upon reasonable suspicion. The California DOT requires that all applicants submit a work history for the past ten years; a recent DMV printout will be required at the interview.

Availability: Employees assigned to valley and desert yards should be able to respond to the yard within 60 minutes during inclement weather or emergency situations. Employees assigned to the mountain yards should be able to respond to the yard within 45 minutes during inclement weather conditions or emergency situations. A telephone or other method of immediate communication or contact is required for emergency purposes. Employees are subject to 24-hour emergency callbacks.

Benefits: Employees in these seasonal/recurrent positions are required to contribute to the PST Deferred Compensation Plan in lieu of participation in the County's retirement plan; however, no other benefits are provided. There is no guarantee of minimum hours.

Physical: Incumbents must be able to climb in and out of equipment, bend, stoop, kneel, work on rough and uneven terrain, in extreme climates, and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn and stoop. Employees work outside continuously on rough, uneven, rocky or slippery surfaces and are exposed to electricity, chemicals, fire, heat, oil, odors, dust, gas, and noise.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Experience in snow removal and storm operations, or in the operation of light or medium construction equipment and vehicles, is desirable. Wheel loader or motor grader experience is highly desirable.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.