Maintenance & Construction Worker Flood Control at County of Riverside

ABOUT THE POSITIONThe County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County.A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.Competitive candidates will be invited to interview at a 1-day hiring event on Wednesday January 7 2026 (interview by invitation only; please apply). Apply by December 14 2025 for priority consideration. The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District has multiple opportunities for Maintenance and Construction Workers (MCW) that will be assigned to the Construction and Maintenance Division in Riverside.The Maintenance and Construction Worker operates under general supervision and reports to the Regional Flood Control Supervisor. The incumbent must also be able to follow direction from the Assistant Regional Flood Control Supervisor Equipment Operators or the daily team leader. Primary responsibilities include performing a variety of field maintenance and construction work; operating hand tools trucks and motorized equipment for Flood Control maintenance or construction projects; and performing other duties as required.The Maintenance and Construction Worker will perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks that often involve operating less complex motorized equipment such as two-axle or three-axle trucks water spray trucks loaders mowers skid steers chippers and compressors. Additional duties include opening and closing dam gates to control water flow and depth; clearing debris from inlet trash racks; and performing vegetation trimming debris removal brush clearing mowing homeless encampment removal and other maintenance work related to flood control facilities. The MCW will also safely operate equipment used for fence installation and repair graffiti abatement and herbicide application as well as various hand and power tools. The role also participates in a vermin and rodent control program .Ideal candidates will possess:A valid California Commercial Class A License**Commercial Class A License is required within six (6) months from date of hire**General knowledge of safety rules and guidelines for public works maintenance operations.A high school diploma or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.Experience operating heavy equipment such as skid steer backhoes excavators dozers dump trucks and tractor trailer.Desire and ability to perform physical work outdoors sometimes in harsh environments and inclement weather.Selfmotivated.Ability to follow verbal and written directions.Ability to work with a team and fellow co-workers.4/10 Schedule: four days a week with each workday lasting ten hours. *Employees may be required to work extended shifts or be called back in during emergency situations. They must be available for any emergency call-out as required 7 days/week 24 hours/day.*Meet The TeamThe Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District protects life property and infrastructure from flood damage and conserves storm water within its jurisdiction.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Construct and maintain roads fencing flood control channel walls levees and culverts. Perform construction maintenance disposal at refuse sites; spray and cut weeds; patch holes inroads; clear roads channels and repair other facilities from storm debris and damage. Install signs; chop and clear brush; mix and pour concrete; erect traffic and street signs. Use a variety of hand and power tools; operate dump trucks to load haul and deliver a variety of debris and materials; operate water spray trucks loaders mowers and other light motorized equipment.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperience: One year of performing construction work or field maintenance work (e.g. roads flood control facilities refuse sites recycling facilities public works projects or closely related work) which required operation of light trucks and related construction equipment.License:Possession of a valid California Class C drivers license is required at the time ofapplication. The incumbentmust have the ability to obtain and maintain a California Commercial Class A within 6 months from the date of hire.This position is designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random reasonable suspicion/cause return-to-duty and post-accident.For detailed requirements visitDOT Requirements.Physical Requirements:The Maintenance and Construction Worker must have the ability to move tool/equipment usea variety of hand and power tools andwork outdoors with exposure to inclement weather. Knowledge of:The operation and maintenance of trucks and light motorized equipment; equipment and traffic safety procedures; the tools and materials commonly used in field maintenance recycling or construction work.Ability to:Safely operate trucks and light motorized equipment; perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance or construction tasks; operate power saws chippers and a variety of hand tools; follow oral and written instructions.PreferredEducation:Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.License: A valid California Commercial Class A Drivers License. Submit a current copy (received within the last 30 days) of your drivers record from the Department of Motor Vehicles with your application *online DMV printout is valid*. You may obtain a drivers record in-person or online at CurrentRiverside County employees do not need to provide a drivers record.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONWhats NextThis recruitment is open to all applicants.Applicants who are currently County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Flood Control District may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of the applications received.General InformationIf you have any questions regarding this posting please contact Vanessa Diaz Beaird at .If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-.APPLICATION INFORMATIONVeterans PreferenceThe County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: AccommodationsThe County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of EducationIf using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).Work Authorization RequirementApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-EmploymentAll employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary PeriodAs an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General InformationCurrent County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-. Key Skills Computer,Freelance,ICWA,General Maintenance,Fire Fighting Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 50666 - 68251