Equipment Operator II

Overview

The County of Riverside Transportation Department seeks candidates for Equipment Operator II positions within the Highway Operations Division, with assignments in Riverside and Corona. The role involves skillful operation of a variety of motorized construction and maintenance equipment to support the construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of County roadways.

This position follows a 4/10 schedule, consisting of four 10‑hour shifts with weekends off. Overnight stay may be required during the work week, depending on operational demands, and overtime may be required as needed.

• Operate tracked and wheeled motorized construction equipment within tolerance in the maintenance and construction of roads, landfills, flood control channels, and other public work facilities.
• Prepare, grade, and shape new county roads, landfills, and flood control channels; check and set grades.
• Work from survey reference marks, plans, and specifications; clear roads, channels, and other facilities of storm debris and damage; construct and repair storm drains, culverts, catch basins, and concrete gutters.
• Service and maintain assigned equipment; may operate low‑bed trucks or trailers in hauling equipment or materials.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing work.

Two years in the maintenance or construction of public work facilities (e.g., roads, airports, landfills, or flood control channels) including one year operating tracked and/or wheeled motorized construction equipment as a primary duty.

Possession of a valid Class B California Driver’s License at time of application is required. A valid Class A California Driver’s License may be required for some positions.

The role primarily operates outdoors and is exposed to inclement weather. Responsibilities include moving heavy materials such as concrete blocks, heavy timbers, cement bags, or mechanical parts, and walking on uneven or wet surfaces with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position is designated as safety‑sensitive. Applicants must complete DOT mandated alcohol and drug screening. A positive test or refusal to test within the past two years disqualifies an applicant. Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required.

Tools, materials, and equipment commonly used in public works construction and maintenance; operation and maintenance of gasoline and diesel‑powered construction and maintenance equipment.

Perform a variety of skilled maintenance and construction tasks, including working to grade; safely operate tracked and/or wheeled motorized equipment; read plans and specifications relating to construction and field maintenance work; follow oral and written directions.