County of San Diego is hiring: Sewer/Water Construction Worker-Journey Level-256

Excellent Career Opportunity

County of San Diego - Department of Public Works

Sewer/Water Construction Worker-Journey Level

Future Salary Increases:

** June 2026 – 5.33% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board + 2.33% Market Adjustment)

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

Interviews will take place on an ongoing basis.

The following additional pay incentives and premiums are available:

• $1,250 Recruitment Bonus
• Additional $1,250 Bonus after successful completion of the probation period
• 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.

Positions in this job class are assigned to the County of San Diego - Department of Public Works.

The San Diego County Sanitation District provides sewer service to nearly 37,000 customers in the unincorporated areas of the county. The District's sanitary sewer system is comprised of approximately 432 miles of sewer lines, 8,200 maintenance holes, 8 pump stations, several pressurized force mains, and 3 wastewater treatment plants.

Wastewater from rural communities is conveyed to District-operated wastewater treatment plants for treatment and disposal. In addition, the sewer lines are routinely cleaned, inspected using Closed-Circuit TV equipment, and repaired and rehabilitated as needed.

There are also routine maintenance schedules for the maintenance holes, pump stations, and treatment plant components.

The County of San Diego is accepting applications for Sewer/Water Construction Worker-Journey Level. Employees in this job class shall operate a variety of sewer maintenance equipment and hand tools used to repair or maintain sewers and water lines.

Hiring Timeline & Dates

• Job Offer and Background Process begins after interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
• 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

A valid California Class B driver's license with tank and air brake endorsements and a current medical card is required at time of appointment and both must be maintained throughout employment in this class; AND

1. Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of water/wastewater systems which includes the operation of water/wastewater equipment including rodders, jet rodders, combination trucks, backhoes and skiploaders; OR
2. One (1) year of full-time experience as a Sewer Construction and Maintenance Worker with the County of San Diego.

Note: Stormwater experience is considered qualifying.

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision.

Condition 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.

License Requirements

Possession of a valid California Class B license with tank and air brake endorsements is required at the time of appointment. A valid California Class A license with tank and air brake endorsements must be obtained by the end of the probationary period and must be maintained throughout employment for positions allocated to Water/Wastewater.

Working Conditions

Equipment Operators work on sewer lines or County roadways, without protection from the weather and are subject to traffic, dust and noise. Work schedules may require working multiple shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays due to department's response to inclement weather conditions and/or emergencies.

Evaluation

Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications.

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

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.

The County of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other protected class.