Equipment Operator-Road-26603511R

County of San Diego • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The County of San Diego Department of Public Works is hiring Equipment Operators to maintain County storm drains, roadways, and rights-of-way so motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians can travel safely. The position operates road repair and maintenance equipment to maintain or repair roadways in compliance with design and safety regulations, and performs manual labor using hand tools. Vacancies are available in multiple geographical areas of the County, including rural areas such as Campo, Julian, Fallbrook, and Valley Center. Employees may receive additional hourly premiums for tree trimming or operating a motor sweeper. The County describes its work as focused on essential services and guided by integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability.

Requirements

• At appointment, hold and maintain a valid California Class B driver's license with a tank endorsement and no air brake restrictions, plus a current medical certificate.
• Have two years of experience in roadway construction or repair that included operating motorized equipment such as motor-graders, chippers, forklifts, skid-steer loaders, striping equipment, backhoes, loaders, and dump trucks; or one year of full-time experience as a County of San Diego Road Maintenance Worker.
• Some positions require a California Class A driver's license.
• Be subject to random drug testing under DOT guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain County storm drains, roadways, and/or rights-of-way to permit safe access and travel by motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.
• Operate road repair and maintenance equipment to maintain or repair roadways in compliance with design and safety regulations.
• Perform manual labor using hand tools and hand work.

Benefits

• $1,250 recruitment bonus and an additional $1,250 bonus after successful completion of the probation period.
• Employee Referral Reward Program eligibility.
• A $0.50 per-hour premium may be available while tree trimming.
• A $0.25 per-hour premium may be available while operating a motor sweeper.
• A 5.23% base-pay increase is scheduled for June 2027.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed