Construction Equipment Worker Trainee

Yards with Immediate vacancies: San Bernardino,Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga Apple Valley, Barstow, Joshua Tree, Big Bear & Blue Jay For the Needles & Big River Yards, Apply here: Construction Equipment Worker-Needles/Big River Construction Equipment Worker Trainee-Needles/Big River TheDepartment of Public Worksis recruiting forConstruction Equipment Worker Traineeswho perform limited and routine tasks in the construction, repair and maintenance of roads, flood control channels and other public works facilities in a training environment. For more detailed information, refer to theConstruction Equipment Worker Traineejob description. This list may be used to fill positions throughout San Bernardino County. Candidates willing to work in the Mountain and Desert Yards are especially encouraged to apply and may receive the Remote Assignment Bonus. Applicants should specify all yards where they are willing to work on the supplemental questionnaire in order to maximize their opportunities. We are also currently accepting applications forConstruction Equipment Worker andEquipment Operator.A separate application is required for each position of interest. EXCELLENT BENEFITS CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT License:Must have a valid Class C Driver License at time of applicationand aclass A or B learners permit at time of hire. Must be able to obtain a valid Class A or B Driver License with endorsements for air brakes, tank and manual transmissions within 120 days of hire or be terminated. Some positions may require a valid California Class A Driver License with appropriate endorsements. The Department of Transportation (DOT) mandates drug testing of all employees in jobs requiring a Class B or higher license. Incumbents must pass a medical examination and drug test. Employees are subject to random drug testing, as well as drug testing following accidents, promotions, or upon reasonable suspicion. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires that all applicants submit a work history for the past ten (10) years; this information is required at the time of a selection interview. Availability:During critical response situations employees must be able to respond to their assigned road yards within 60 minutes if assigned to valley and desert yards and within 45 minutes if assigned to mountain yards. A telephone or other method of immediate communication or contact is required. Employees are subject to 24-hour emergency callbacks. Physical: Incumbents frequently bend, stoop, kneel, work on rough and uneven terrain, are subject to extreme climates, and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees are frequently exposed to dust, vapor, hazardous materials, noise and extremes in temperature or humidity. Training Period/Promotion: Must qualify for promotion to Construction Equipment Worker ($44,657.60 - $61,401.60 annually) within nine (9) months of start date or be terminated. Sponsorship:Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License:Must have a valid Class C Driver License. -AND Experience: Three (3) months of experience working in construction, maintenance, fabrication, mechanical, industrial, performing general labor OR closely related field work. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or higher and experience in the maintenance and/or construction of roadways, flood control facilities, airports, landfills, underground facilities, excavation/grading, concrete/pavement work, or similar public works settings.