Equipment Operator-Road-26603501R

Equipment Operator

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.

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.

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications :

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 : 1. Five-yard dump truck 2. Loader 3. Shovels and hand tools 4. Fiber Roll 5. 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.