Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator

Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator

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Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator

Salary

$71,514.00 - $86,923.44 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

29417-C

Department

Water Resources

Opening Date

05/18/2026

Closing Date

7/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

6/1/26, 6/29/26, 7/27/26 (final)

Under general supervision, the Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator operates heavy mobile equipment such as motorgraders, excavators, backhoes and other heavy/light construction and maintenance equipment and serves as a leadworker in the repair, maintenance, and construction of stormwater collection and distribution facilities primarily within the boundaries of the Stormwater Utility in Sacramento County. These facilities include: channels, creeks, ditches, and other waterways; manholes, drain inlets, and underground pipelines; levees, water quality basins and detention basins; and drainage facility appurtenances and drainage facility access roads.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowlege of

• Principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training

• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in minor construction projects to insure the efficient and effective operation of drains, creeks, channels, levees, basins and pipes

• General Safety Orders and Construction Safety Orders as issued by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for personal safety, especially those pertaining to digging and excavation

• Capabilities, operation and maintenance requirements of heavy mobile maintenance and pipe cleaning equipment, diesel powered equipment such as generators and brush chippers, gasoline powered equipment such as walk behind mowers, compactors, chainsaws, and walk behind power loaders, and a variety of hand and power tools

• State motor vehicle codes as they apply to the operation of heavy mobile maintenance and pipe cleaning equipment

• Potential hazards associated with drainage maintenance

• State guidelines regarding streambed alterations and routine maintenance

• Rules and regulations pertaining to loading, unloading and transporting equipment

• Traffic control procedures and implementation

• Best Management Practices as it relates to storm water and storm water facility maintenance

• Policies regarding easements, right of way and County-owned property

• Gas detection devices and confined space policies

• Standard computer operation for Computerized Maintenance Management System usage, e-mail communications, keyboarding, recordkeeping, and documentation

• Training methods

• Math principles such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and standard measurements such as length, width, weight and height

• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation

Ability to

• Plan, coordinate, assign and review the work of staff

• Provide work direction and instruction to Stormwater Utility staff

• Operate a laptop computer and designated software to record data, prepare reports, and locate work sites

• Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance

• Operate in a safe and efficient manner and maintain heavy mobile maintenance and pipe cleaning equipment

• Operate in a safe and efficient manner and make field adjustments to diesel powered equipment such as generators and brush chippers, gasoline powered equipment such as walk behind mowers, compactors, chainsaws, and walk behind power loaders, and a variety of hand and power tools

• Train others in the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in drainage maintenance and minor construction

• Read USA markings, identify hazards in the jobsite work area and recognize hazardous materials

• Prepare and maintain vehicle inspection checklist and other reports relative to the work assigned

• Implement traffic control procedures

• Read, interpret and apply road survey and grade markings

• Provide good customer service, work in a team environment and establish good relationships with co-workers, the public, and other customers

• Read and understand maps including facility maps, Thomas Brothers Maps, and creek maps

• Prepare, calculate, and maintain operating records relative to the work assigned

• Follow oral and written directions

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

A valid California Driver License, Class A;

AND

Either: Two years of full-time experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Senior Stormwater Utility Worker or above, or in the class of Senior Highway Maintenance Worker or above performing drainage maintenance work.

Or: Three years of full-time experience related to the construction, maintenance and/or repair of drainage facilities such as creeks, channels or pipes. One year of the experience must include the operation of heavy mobile equipment.

Or: Four years of full-time experience performing duties related to the construction, maintenance and/or repair of underground utilities such as potable water or sewer. One year of the experience must include the operation of heavy mobile equipment.

Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

General Qualifications

License Requirement: Incumbents must obtain a valid Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of appointment to the class. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver License and/or endorsement may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining unit. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Requirements: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to:

• Perform heavy manual labor such as digging ditches and clearing brush/shrubs for extended periods of time

• Audibly discern differences in the operation of equipment such as continuous rodders and Vactor or Vacon style pipe cleaning equipment

• Work in a bent or kneeling position for over 15 minutes at a time

• Work in awkward positions in tight spaces

• Enter drains through 24 inch diameter entrances

• Lift and carry materials (e.g. drainage inlet grates, jackhammers, concrete sacks, etc.) that weigh up to 60 pounds without assistance

• Lift, carry and operate tools (e.g. back-pack sprays and jackhammers) that weigh up to 60 pounds without assistance

• Move and/or manipulate heavy objects such as a PVC pipe weighing up to 300 pounds into position using hand tools (for example, straps and/or digging bar) and/or with assistance from at least one other employee

Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to:

• Work in all types of climatic conditions including inclement and very hot weather

• Work in loud and noisy areas

• Work in enclosed and tight spaces

• Work around dust, dirt, noise, contaminated and non-contaminated water, chemicals, machinery and equipment with moving parts, moving vehicles, traffic, fumes and/or odors

• Work in close proximity to dogs, cows, horses, etc.

• Work in creeks, channels, basins, levees, and other stormwater structures which may be inhabited by spiders, snakes, skunks, rats, etc.

• Work overtime, standby and call back. In particular, during periods of heavy rain and/or flood conditions, the repair and maintenance of stormwater collection facilities is a 24 hours a day operation and all employees in this class will be subject to working night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.

Application and Testing Information

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here ( to apply.

County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email View email address on click.appcast.io

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.

• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.

• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.

• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.

• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.

• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.

• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.

• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.

• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.

This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.

All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP).

GENERAL BENEFITS:

Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions.

SALARY STEP INCREASES:

The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.

PAY:

All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty.

VACATION:

Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS:

14.5 holidays per year as recognized.

SICK LEAVE:

Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit.

PARENTAL LEAVE:

Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT:

Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage.

HEALTH INSURANCE:

The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs.

DENTAL INSURANCE:

The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person.

LIFE INSURANCE:

The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:

The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions

• Marriage or Family Relationships

• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care

• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:

The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:

The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

• DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

• MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION:

In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California.

SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION:

The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction.

SELECTION AND PLACEMENT

Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age.

Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification.

"Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS:

If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications.

OPEN EXAMINATIONS:

Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply.

CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS:

Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received.

ELIGIBLE LISTS:

Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists.

EXAMINATION RATINGS:

Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director.

APPEAL PROCESS:

Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination.

Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs):

OTHER INFORMATION

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:

Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes.

"Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.

Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.

CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT:

As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE:

Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest.

CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT:

No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION):

Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:

Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and

The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING:

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant.

DRIVER LICENSE:

Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months.

FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS:

Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions.

01

The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score. All experience, education, and/or training used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on your application.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as 'See Resume' as a response will not be scored.

By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

Listed below are the minimum qualifications for the Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator position:

A valid California Driver License, Class A;

AND

EITHER – OPTION A): Two years of full-time experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Senior Stormwater Utility Worker or above, or in the class of Senior Highway Maintenance Worker or above performing drainage maintenance work.

OR – OPTION B): Three years of full-time experience related to the construction, maintenance and/or repair of drainage facilities such as creeks, channels or pipes. One year of the experience must include the operation of heavy mobile equipment.

OR – OPTION C): Four years of full-time experience performing duties related to the construction, maintenance and/or repair of underground utilities such as potable water or sewer. One year of the experience must include the operation of heavy mobile equipment.

Select one box which best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

• I meet the minimum qualifications as listed above for OPTION A.

• I meet the minimum qualifications as listed above for OPTION B.

• I meet the minimum qualifications as listed above for OPTION C.

• I do not meet the minimum qualifications.

03

Stormwater Utility Equipment Operators are required to possess a valid California Class A Driver License prior to appointment. Some positions may be required to possess a commercial license.

NOTE: Failure to maintain a valid California Driver License, class A or higher, constitutes cause for termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4.

Select one box which best describes your current possession of a valid California Driver License.

• I possess a California Class A Driver License.

• I possess a Commercial Driver License.

• I have the ability to immediately obtain a California Class A Driver License.

• I do not possess nor have the ability to obtain a California Class A Driver License.

04

Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator classification requires possession of a valid Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of appointment to this classification.

NOTE: Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver License and/or endorsement may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining unit.

Select one box which best describes your current possession of Tanker Endorsement.

• I possess a Tanker Endorsement.

• I have the ability to obtain a Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of appointment.

• I do not possess nor have the ability to obtain a Tanker Endorsement.

05

Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator classification may require possession of a valid Driver License without a No Fifth Wheel Restriction (O) within 90 days of appointment to this classification.

Select one box which best describes your current possession of a Driver License with or without a No Fifth Wheel Restriction (O).

• I possess a Driver License with a No Fifth Wheel Restriction (O).

• I possess a Driver License without a No Fifth Wheel Restriction (O).

• I have the ability to obtain a Driver License without a No Fifth Wheel Restriction (O).

• I do not possess nor have the ability to obtain a Driver License without a No Fifth Wheel Restriction (O).

06

Please list your driver license number, class, state license was issued, expiration date, and endorsements. Additionally, attach a copy of your driver license and any endorsements (if applicable). If you do not possess a driver license, write none.

07

Select all the drainage structures in which you have paid experience constructing, maintaining, and repairing.

• Channels

• Creeks

• Manholes

• Drain inlets

• Underground pipelines

• Levees

• Detention basins

• Drainage facility access roads

• County roads and right of ways

• None of the above

08

For the selection(s) made on question 7, select the one box that best describes your paid experience.

• None

• Extensive experience and/or training in a wide range of the rating area; direct responsibility or supervision of the activity, or extensive involvement in the activity

• Experience and/or training are obtained by being part of a crew with limited individual responsibility

• Knowledge of repairing and/or maintaining drainage structures, but minimal experience in this area

09

Select the box which best describes your experience operating heavy mobile equipment and/or other heavy/light construction equipment. If you have no relevant experience, select none.

• None

• Experience using three (3) or more heavy mobile equipment (i.e. grader, dozer, backhoe): to complete complex assignments such as: create roads, back dragging, hook up large trees to pull out of creeks

• Experience primarily using light equipment and at least two (2), but less than three (3) pieces of heavy equipment

• Experience using light construction equipment (i.e., bobcats, chippers, vactors, etc.)

10

Select one box which best describes your full-time paid experience operating a grader.

• None

• Less than six (6) months

• At least six (6) months but less than twelve (12) months

• At lease twelve (12) but less than eighteen (18) months

• At least eighteen (18) but less than twenty-four (24) months

• At least twenty-four (24) but less than thirty-six (36) months

• At least thirty-six (36) but less than forty-two (42) months

• Forty-two (42) months or more

11

For the selection made on question 10, please list the job duties performed, employer name, and dates of employment. You may include more than one employer. If you have no relevant experience, write none.

12

Select one box which best describes your full-time paid experience operating an excavator.

• None

• Less than six (6) months

• At least six (6) months but less than twelve (12) months

• At lease twelve (12) but less than eighteen (18) months

• At least eighteen (18) but less than twenty-four (24) months

• At least twenty-four (24) but less than thirty-six (36) months

• At least thirty-six (36) but less than forty-two (42) months

• Forty-two (42) months or more

13

For the selection made on question 12, please list the job duties performed, employer name, and dates of employment. You may include more than one employer. If you have no relevant experience, write none.

14

Select one box which best describes your full-time paid experience operating a dozer.

• None

• Less than six (6) months

• At least six (6) months but less than twelve (12) months

• At lease twelve (12) but less than eighteen (18) months

• At least eighteen (18) but less than twenty-four (24) months

• At least twenty-four (24) but less than thirty-six (36) months

• At least thirty-six (36) but less than forty-two (42) months

• Forty-two (42) months or more

15

For the selection made on question 14, please list the job duties performed, employer name, and dates of employment. You may include more than one employer. If you have no relevant experience, write none.

16

Select one box which best describes your full-time paid experience operating a backhoe.

• None

• Less than six (6) months

• At least six (6) months but less than twelve (12) months

• At lease twelve (12) but less than eighteen (18) months

• At least eighteen (18) but less than twenty-four (24) months

• At least twenty-four (24) but less than thirty-six (36) months

• At least thirty-six (36) but less than forty-two (42) months

• Forty-two (42) months or more

17

For the selection made on question 16, please list the job duties performed, employer name, and dates of employment. You may include more than one employer. If you have no relevant experience, write none.

18

Select one box which best describes your full-time paid experience operating a hydroflusher (i.e. Vactor, Vaccon).

• None

• Less than six (6) months

• At least six (6) months but less than twelve (12) months

• At lease twelve (12) but less than eighteen (18) months

• At least eighteen (18) but less than twenty-four (24) months

• At least twenty-four (24) but less than thirty-six (36) months

• At least thirty-six (36) but less than forty-two (42) months

• Forty-two (42) months or more

19

For the selection made on question 18, please list the job duties performed, employer name, and dates of employment. You may include more than one employer. If you have no relevant experience, write none.

20

Select all the boxes in which you have paid experience leading and/or supervising staff performing work in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of drainage facilities and/or underground utilities.

• Schedule, distribute, assign, and/or prioritize work

• Prepare and finalize work orders involving work hours, materials, inspections, and mileage, and keep record of daily activities

• Mentor, coach, train, and/or develop workforce

• Ensure proper use of equipment and/or tools to complete tasks safely and efficiently

• Resolve personnel conflicts in an effort to resolve and eliminate conflicts

• Evaluate staff productivity and achievements

• Prepare and/or deliver performance evaluations

• Provide guidance and direction to supervisors and/or managers regarding staff’s performance and/or behavioral issues

• None of the above

21

Select the one box that best describes your paid experience leading and/or supervising staff performing work in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of drainage facilities and/or underground utilities. If you have no relevant lead and/or supervisor experience, select none.

• None

• At least twelve (12) but less than eighteen (18) months

• At least eighteen (18) but less than twenty-four (24) months

• At least twenty-four (24) but less than thirty-six (36) months

• At least thirty-six (36) but less than forty-two (42) months

• Forty-two (42) months or more

22

Select one box which best describes your lead and/or supervisory experience reviewing traffic control plans and setting up temporary traffic control devices. If you have no relevant experience, select none.

• None

• Extensive experience previewing sites and implementing traffic plans. Oversee the proper setup of traffic control devices and ensure a safe work zone

• Assist in previewing sites and providing input on traffic plans. Control the flow of traffic and ensure a safe work area by setting up cones, flags and signs; and act as a flag person with stop/slow signs; and use communication devices such as a two-way radio

• Knowledge of traffic control plans, but minimal experience in this area

23

Select one box which best describes your experience and level of responsibility executing Best Management Practices (BMP) used to protect an impacting area around or upstream of a storm drain, waterway, street, roadway, drop inlet and/or curb inlet. If you have no relevant experience, select none.

• None

• Review work sites to determine the device(s) needed in emergency situations and to complete daily work assignments. (i.e. excavation experience and experience using filter bags, silt fences, waddles, erosion blankets, hay, straw, and/or re-seeding)

• Assist with the review of worksites, determine the most efficient and effective device(s) are used to complete the assignment, safety practices are adhered to and equipment is cleaned in proper areas. (i.e. using devices such as silt bags, waddles and straws)

• Contracted experience rating areas. (i.e. using such devices as silt bags to cover drain inlets)

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List your experience, training, and/or education which qualifies you for the Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator position. For all qualifying experience, provide your employer, position title, dates of employment, and the primary duties performed. If you have no qualifying experience, training, nor education, write none.

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NOTE: If you meet the minimum qualifications (via the information you provided on your application and requested documentation), your exam score (based on your supplemental questionnaire responses) places you within the reachable ranks on the resulting eligible list and you are invited to interview; you will be asked to expand on, clarify, and/or provide examples to support the selections you made on this exam (supplemental questionnaire).

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

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Working conditions for the Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator include the following:

• Work in all types of climatic conditions including inclement and very hot weather

• Work in loud and noisy areas

• Work in enclosed and tight spaces

• Work around dust, dirt, noise, contaminated and non-contaminated water, chemicals, machinery and equipment with moving parts, moving vehicles, traffic, fumes and/or odors

• Work in close proximity to dogs, cows, horses, etc.

• Work in creeks, channels, basins, levees, and other stormwater structures which may be inhabited by spiders, snakes, skunks, rats, etc.

• Work overtime, standby and call back. In particular, during periods of heavy rain and/or flood conditions, the repair and maintenance of stormwater collection facilities is a 24 hours a day operation and all employees in this class will be subject to working night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Select the box which acknowledges your understanding of the working conditions for this position.

• I have reviewed and understand the working conditions listed above.

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Physical requirements for the Stormwater Utility Equipment Operator include all of the following:

• Perform heavy manual labor such as digging ditches and clearing brush/shrubs for extended periods of time

• Work in a bent or kneeling position for over 15 minutes at a time

• Work in awkward positions in tight spaces

• Enter drains through 24 inch diameter entrances

• Lift and carry materials (e.g. drainage inlet grates, jackhammers, concrete sacks, etc.) that weigh up to 60-90 pounds without assistance

• Lift, carry and operate tools (e.g. back-pack sprays and jackhammers) that weigh up to 60-90 pounds without assistance

• Move and/or manipulate heavy objects such as a PVC pipe weighing up to 300 pounds into position using hand tools (for example, straps and/or digging bar) and/or with assistance from at least one other employee

Note: Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Select the box to acknowledge your understanding of the physical requirements for this position.

• I have reviewed and understand the physical requirements listed above.

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The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.

I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030. I have read and understood the General Qualifications listed on the Job Announcement.

• Yes

• No

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Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

• Attended in the last one (1) – three (3) months

• Attended in the last four (4) – six (6) months

• Attended in the last seven (7) months – one (1) year

• Attended an event more than one (1) year ago

• Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives

• Have not attended a career fair and/or job event

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List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended:

• Name of event

• Location of event

• Month and year of event

If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please type "None".

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County of Sacramento

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