Public Works Worker

Public Works Worker I and II are part of a career series for Public Works Worker I (Trainee), II, III, and Public Works Lead worker. Classes in this series perform a wide variety of unskilled, semi‑skilled and skilled work in all phases of maintenance, repair and construction of roads, flood control, and other county public works facilities, and do other related work as required.

The anticipated salary range for hire is $50,731.20 - $71,905.60 annually.

Under close supervision, performs a wide variety of work in all areas of public works; becomes skilled in the driving and operation of light trucks and other motorized equipment; acquires skill in the use of a variety of hand and power tools.

Under supervision, performs a wide variety of unskilled to skilled work in all areas of public works as a first‑level journey worker, including the driving and operation of light trucks, skip loaders, mowers, rollers, sweepers, small tractors and attachments, paint stripers and tree‑crew equipment; may operate heavy equipment in apprenticeship or as required on a temporary basis.

• Up to 4 weeks of vacation (DOE)
• Generous benefits package
• Other incentives/benefits

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited‑term, and temporary positions, both full‑time and part‑time throughout the County.

Knowledge of: tools and materials commonly used in road, flood control, and other public works maintenance work; operation of gasoline/diesel‑powered equipment.

Ability to: read and write English at a level required for job performance; mechanical aptitude; work relating to maintenance, repair, and construction of roads, including tree and traffic facilities, bridges, flood control, and other public works facilities; do heavy and manual labor; follow oral and written directions; keep simple records; work cooperatively with others; and learn to perform duties of higher‑level positions.

• Public Works Worker I:
  No additional experience.
• Public Works Worker II:
  Equivalent to one year of experience at the Public Works Worker I (Trainee) level.

• Public Works Worker I: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Public Works Worker II: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid California Class A driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at the county's official career portal.

Most county recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will need an in-depth background review before proceeding. References will not be contacted until the end of the process.

Questions or further discussion:
Contact Human Resources at  Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit the official website.