Snow Removal Worker - Extra Help

Extra Help Snow Removal Worker The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting. The Department of Transportation is committed to ensuring that El Dorado County roadways are safe for public use. The department prioritizes the preservation of infrastructure by preserving and maintaining the public's multi-billion dollar investment in our roads, bridges, and other facilities associated with the County Road System. The ideal candidate will be experienced with operating a variety of heavy equipment. Duties will include performing snow removal, ice control, and storm patrol work. Must possess a valid Commercial Class B or A driver's license. Must attach a copy of license or DMV printout to the application. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and overtime during emergencies and winter storm conditions. Must be willing to work out-of-doors in all weather conditions. Ability to operate a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment used to perform snow removal. This position will assist the permanent staff on both West Shore and Tahoe for snow removal operations in the winter. If hired in Placerville, candidates may be required to travel to the Tahoe Basin and may be provided with housing. This group is responsible for all of the road maintenance and snow removal operations in the Tahoe Basin which is known for its high quantity of snow in the winter months that requires 24-hour snow removal. The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After the screening, qualified candidates will be referred biweekly to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. For more information on the recruitment process, click here. The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Extra Help Snow Removal Worker. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months in the Department of Transportation. Ten (10) extra help vacancies in the Department of Transportation located in Placerville and South Lake Tahoe, CA. Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is of a recurrent nature depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento, 50 miles from Sacramento Airport, 129 miles to San Francisco. Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports, Skiing and Snowboarding, Live Music and Music Festivals, Local Craft Breweries and Wineries, El Dorado County Fair, Placerville Speedway, Farm to Fork Restaurants, Local Shopping Gems.