County of San Diego
Equipment Operator-Road-25603501R
County of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Excellent Career Opportunity County of San Diego - Department of Public Works
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Practical Exams and Interviews Will Be Conducted on an Ongoing Basis
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)
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.
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: Job Offer and Background Process begins after in-person practical examination and 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, training, and/or experience, that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.
Qualifying education/experience: 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; 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; 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 tank and air brake endorsements 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. 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: 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. In addition, 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. 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.
Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. 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.
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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: Job Offer and Background Process begins after in-person practical examination and 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, training, and/or experience, that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.
Qualifying education/experience: 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; 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; 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 tank and air brake endorsements 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. 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: 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. In addition, 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. 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.
Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. 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.
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