Road Maintenance Worker-24602306

County of San Diego 

Department of Public Works

Presents an Outstanding Career Opportunity 

ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKER 

Practical Exam and Interviews begin the week of August 5, 2024

In addition to the base salary listed above, employees in this job class shall be paid fifty cents ($0.50) per hour premium while tree trimming, and twenty-five cents ($0.25) per hour premium while operating a motor sweeper.

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR APPOINTMENT AT STEP 1, $46,488.00. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Comp Ord 1.3.5.  

The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for Road Maintenance Worker - Road Option, to fill vacancies in various locations within the County. 

Road Maintenance Workers are assigned to the Department of Public Works, and perform routine County roadway repair, roadway maintenance duties, manual labor, and other related road maintenance support work.   

Below is a video of Road Maintenance Workers in action!

THE PRACTICAL EXAM

The Practical Exam is designed to assess applicants' skills and abilities to perform:

1.  Shoveling

2.  Fiber Roll

3.  Hand tool selection and truck loading. 

Please be sure to wear outdoor work clothes including long pants, gloves, and protective boots during this exam. 

HIRING PROCESS AND TIMELINE

• Job Offer and Background Process begins after Practical Exam 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 QUALIFICATION

One (1) year of experience performing general manual labor in a construction, maintenance, or repair setting. 

Notes:

• A valid California Class B permit is required at the time of appointment and a Class B driver's license must be obtained by the end of the probationary period.  A Class B driver's license and a current medical card must be maintained throughout employment in this class.  This license must include a tank endorsement and no transmission or air brake restrictions.
• Employees are subject to random drug testing per Department of Transportation guidelines.

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. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.  

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. Current County employees may be excluded from this process. 

EVALUATION PROCESS

The names of 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.  Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

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

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.

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