Published date: February 22, 2026
Future Salary Increases
** June 2026 – 7.72% increase to base pay (3.0% Across-the-Board + 4.72% Market Adjustment)
** June 2027 – 7.62% increase to base pay (2.90% Across-the- Board + 4.72% Market Adjustment)
In addition to the base salary listed above, employees in this job class shall be paid fifty cents ($0.50) per hour premium while tree trimming, and twenty-five cents ($0.25) per hour premium while operating a motor sweeper.
The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for Road Maintenance Worker – Road Option, to fill vacancies in various locations within the County.
The Practical Exam
The Practical Exam is designed to assess applicants’ skills and abilities to perform:
1. Shoveling
2. Fiber Roll
3. Hand tool selection and truck loading.
Please be sure to wear outdoor work clothes including long pants, gloves, and protective boots during this exam.
Hiring Process and Timeline:
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications
Notes
- A valid California Class B permit is required at the time of appointment and a Class B driver’s license must be obtained by the end of the probationary period. A Class B driver’s license and a current medical card must be maintained throughout employment in this class. This license must include a tank endorsement and no transmission or air brake restrictions.
- Employees are subject to random drug testing per Department of Transportation guidelines.
Click Road Maintenance Worker to review the complete job description including minimum qualifications, examples of duties, essential functions, etc.