Laborer

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The 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.

The Riverside County Transportation and Land Management Agency is seeking multiple Laborers for the Transportation Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) crew in Riverside.

Under close supervision, selected candidates will perform physically demanding manual labor tasks related to construction, and maintenance of County roads. Duties include routine roadside and highway cleanup along County-maintained roads, as well as cleaning and maintaining catch basins and culverts within road rights-of-way to support proper drainage and pollution control efforts. Work may also involve removing debris, assisting with minor repairs, and supporting various field operations as needed.

Competitive candidates will have hands-on experience in road and highway maintenance and the ability to perform strenuous manual labor in outdoor environments. They have experience in loading and unloading equipment and materials and, using a variety of power and hand tools, such as chainsaws, wheelbarrows, and post-hole diggers. Experience operating light trucks, including safely attaching and hauling trailers, and/or operating heavy equipment such as loaders and skid steers is desirable.

Meet the Team!

The Transportation Department is responsible for planning, designing, funding, building, operating and maintaining all roads, bridges, and transportation facilities within the unincorporated County territory.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists skilled craftsmen in the performance of their duties by performing unskilled or routine phases of the work.
• Performs heavy manual labor tasks that may require use of hand tools, power tools and/or motorized equipment which require varying degrees of manual dexterity and coordination.
• Performs routine janitorial duties.
• In a training or backup capacity, may assist in and learn the operation of trucks and light construction equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to: Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance; perform heavy manual labor tasks; learn the tasks and skills required; carry out instructions; get along with others.

License: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required.

Physical/Environmental Requirements: The Laborer works outdoors and is exposed to the inclement weather including rain, wind, and summer temperatures exceeding 115°F. This position requires performing heavy manual labor tasks, independent body mobility to stand and climb. The incumbent will be required to perform lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling hand/power tools, and general heavy materials/supplies and will require that the incumbent walk on uneven ground or wet surfaces.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Application Status

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General Information

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Silvia Trammell at [email protected] or (951) 955-3725. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's 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' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The 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: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education

If 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 Requirement

Applicants 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 Employer

The 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-Employment

All 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 Period

As 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 Information

Current 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, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

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