Public Works Worker I​/Ii

Position: PUBLIC WORKS WORKER I/II
Salary : $50,731.20 - $64,729.60 Annually
Location : All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CA
Job Type: Permanent - Hourly
Job Number: 0226PM-001105-01
Department: Public Works
Division: 40509 PW Roads Division
Opening Date: 02/14/2026
Closing Date: 2/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

About the Position
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.
Distinguishing Characteristics

Public Works Worker I: 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.
Public Works Worker II: 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.

Job Perks:

• Up to 4 Weeks of Vacation (DOE)
• Generous Benefits Package -!
• Other Incentives/Benefits -!

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For more information regarding the Public Works Department, please visit our website at Public Works - County of San Luis Obispo
Note:
This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have the knowledge of: tools and materials commonly used in road, flood control and other public works maintenance work; and operation of gasoline/ diesel-powered equipment.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to: read and write English at a level required for successful job performance; mechanical aptitude; do work relating to the 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.
Education and Experience

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:
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.
Licenses and Certificates

Public Works Worker I: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment 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.

How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at .
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 be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at . Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at .
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