Snow Removal Employee Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $28.00 - $34.03 Hourly
Location : Placerville & South Lake Tahoe, CA
Job Type: Extra Help
Job Number: 2607-6142
Department: Transportation
Division: DOT Maintenance and Operations
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Description
***This recruitment is eligible for a $6,000 incentive ***
The incentive shall be paid in equal installments (approximately $230 per pay period) for the first twenty-six (26) consecutive biweekly pay periods in the position. Termination from employment (or release due to season ending) will result in any remaining cash incentive payments being forfeited.
***Recruitment incentive eligibility and administration is subject to the Current County of El Dorado Employees and Retired Annuitants are not eligible to receive recruitment incentives.
THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
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.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
The 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 CANDIDATEThe 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.
Other requirements:
Ability to operate a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment used to perform snow removal.
Click to view the Snow Removal Worker minimum qualifications, as well as the physical environmental and working conditions.
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.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONApply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application is complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at jenny.thomas@edcgov.us.
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RECRUITMENT PROCESSThe 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,
Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures noted above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
Additional Information
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. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
We are currently recruiting for the following:

• 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.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at jenny.thomas@edcgov.us.
Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.
As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.
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Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in application will not be accepted)
The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.
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• E-Verify Notice of Participation
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This is an extra help/temporary position that does not include benefits.
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Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

• I acknowledge receipt of this information

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Select the box that best describes your current valid driver's license. (Must attach a copy of license or current DMV printout to the application).

• None
• California or other state Driver's License Class C
• California Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or A Permit
• California Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B
• California Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A
• Commercial Driver's License from another State

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Select all the boxes that best describe your current valid endorsements or certificates on your driver's license.

• Air brakes
• Hazardous Materials
• Tanker vehicle
• Double Trailer
• Passenger
• Forklift Certificate
• None of the above

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From the employers you have listed in your experience, describe any experience you have performing road maintenance and snow removal duties and list all the related equipment you have experience using and/or operating.
Required Question