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Temporary Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Riverside, CA

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How much do temporary heavy equipment operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary heavy equipment operator in Riverside, CA is $24.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.34 and $28.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary heavy equipment operator?

Temporary Heavy Equipment Operators are workers hired on a short-term basis to operate machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, loaders, or cranes at construction sites, municipal projects, or industrial facilities. Their main duties include moving earth, materials, or equipment, often to support construction or maintenance projects. They must follow safety protocols and may be responsible for basic maintenance of the equipment. Temporary positions are typically filled to meet seasonal demand, cover absences, or assist with special projects. While the role is temporary, it requires the same level of skill, training, and certification as a permanent operator.

What is the difference between Temporary Heavy Equipment Operator vs Permanent Heavy Equipment Operator?

AspectTemporary Heavy Equipment OperatorPermanent Heavy Equipment Operator
CredentialsOSHA certification, CDL often preferredOSHA certification, CDL often preferred
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, short-term projectsLong-term construction, infrastructure, or mining sites
Employment DurationTemporary, project-basedFull-time, ongoing employment
Job StabilityLess stable, contract-basedMore stable, benefits included

Temporary Heavy Equipment Operators work on short-term projects and often have contract-based employment, while Permanent Heavy Equipment Operators are employed full-time with ongoing benefits. Both roles require similar certifications and work in construction or industrial environments, but the employment duration and job stability differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary heavy equipment operator?

To thrive as a Temporary Heavy Equipment Operator, you need experience operating machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, or loaders, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid equipment operator's license. Familiarity with safety regulations, equipment maintenance procedures, and often OSHA or other relevant certifications is important. Strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills help operators work safely and efficiently on job sites. These abilities are essential to ensure equipment is used properly, minimize accidents, and support timely project completion.

What are the biggest challenges faced by temporary heavy equipment operators, and how can they be managed on the job?

Temporary Heavy Equipment Operators often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new job sites, equipment models, and safety protocols. Since assignments may be short-term, operators must efficiently learn site-specific procedures and build rapport with permanent staff to ensure smooth operations. Staying proactive about communication, reviewing safety guidelines for each new environment, and maintaining flexibility are key strategies for managing these transitions and performing effectively in temporary roles.
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Equipment Operator

County of San Bernardino, CA

San Bernardino, CA • On-site

$53K - $73K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 21 hours ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Salary : $53,289.60 - $73,236.80 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-05191-01
Department: DPW-Operations
Opening Date: 02/07/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Job
  • Recruitment Bonus - Newly hired employees from this recruitmentmay be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $2,000 ($1000 upon hire and $1000 upon completion of 2080 service hours.)
  • Referral Bonus - Current employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate for this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $750 per referral ($250 upon hire, $500 upon new employee completing 2,080 hours)
  • Remote Assignment Bonus - Newly hired employees from this recruitment may be eligible to receivebonus payments up to $2,000 ($500 upon hire, $500 upon completing 2,080 service hours, and $1,000 upon completing an additional 2,080 service hours) eligible yards are noted in the supplemental questions.

The Department of Public Works is currently recruiting for Equipment Operators who operate medium construction equipment such as motor graders, wheel loaders and snowplows, in a variety of roadway, flood control, airports, landfills maintenance and construction work. Incumbents may occasionally be assigned to operate heavy duty equipment.
The Eligible List may be used to fill future vacancies throughout San Bernardino County. Candidates willing to work in the Mountain and Desert Yards are especially encouraged to apply and may receive the Remote Assignment Bonus. Applicants should specify all yards where they are willing to work on the supplemental questionnaire in order to maximize their opportunities.
For more detailed information regarding job duties, view the job job description.
Excellent Benefits
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check, including fingerprinting, prior to appointment.
License: Must have a valid Class B (or higher) Driver License with a tanker endorsement and no restrictions for air brakes and manual transmission at time of application. Some positions may require a valid California Class A Driver License with appropriate endorsements/restrictions. The DOT mandates drug testing of all employees in jobs requiring a class B or higher driver license. Prior to hire, employees must pass a medical examination and drug test. Employees are subject to random drug testing as well as drug testing following accidents and upon reasonable suspicion.
Availability: During Critical Response Situations, employees must be able to respond to their assigned yards within 60 minutes if assigned to valley and desert yards OR within 45 minutes if assigned to mountain yards A telephone or other method of immediate communication or contact is required. Employees are subject to 24-hour emergency callbacks.
Physical: Incumbents climb into and out of equipment, bend, stoop, kneel, work on rough and uneven terrain, in extreme climates, and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Incumbents must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, and stoop. Incumbents work outside continuously on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces and are exposed to electricity, chemicals, fire, heat, oil, odors, dust, gas, and noise.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the license requirement and one (1) of the experience requirements:
LICENSE: A valid Class A or B Driver's License that has a tanker endorsement AND no restrictions for manual transmission and air brakes is required. Indicate possession of license and endorsements/restrictions in the license area of the application, as well as on the supplemental questionnaire.
--AND--EXPERIENCE
Option 1: Nine (9) months of experience working as a Construction Equipment Worker for the San Bernardino County. (Construction Equipment Worker Trainee experience is not considered qualifying for this option.)
Option 2: Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance/construction of roadways, flood control facilities, airports, landfills, or similar public works settings operating medium and/or heavy equipment (Building construction experience is not considered qualifying.)
Selection Process
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Applications will be accepted until further notice; recruitment may close at any time once sufficient applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details, review the links below:
Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
Craft, Labor & Trades Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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PLEASE READ THE STATEMENT BELOW
Instructions: The information provided on your application and your responses to the following Supplemental Questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications.Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted.
  • I have read and understand the above statement.

02
EXPERIENCE: Do you have at least two (2) years of experience in the maintenance or construction of roadways, flood control facilities, airports, landfills, or similar public works setting, which included the operation of light and/or medium construction equipment?
  • Yes
  • No

03
QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE: Provide the name(s) of the employer(s) where you earned your qualifying experience. Ensure this experience is included and clearly detailed in the Work Experience section of this application.If no experience, indicate "N/A."
04
LICENSE: Specify the type of valid driver's license you possess and whether issued in CA or another state:
  • Class A License
  • Class B License
  • Class C License
  • California driver license is not valid
  • License driver in a state other than California
  • None of the above

05
ENDORSEMENT: Does your Class B (or higher) driver's license have a tanker endorsement? If you do not possess a Class B (or higher) driver license, select "N/A."
  • Yes, my license does have a tanker endorsement.
  • No, my license does not have a tanker endorsement.
  • N/A

06
RESTRICTION: Does your Class B (or higher) driver's license have a manual transmission restriction? If you do not possess a Class B license (or higher), select "N/A."
  • Yes, my license does have a manual transmission restriction.
  • No, my license does not have a manual transmission restriction.
  • N/A

07
RESTRICTION: Does your Class B (or higher) driver's license have an air brake restriction? If you do not possess a Class B (or higher) license, select "N/A."
  • Yes, my license does have an air brake restriction.
  • No, my license does not have an air brake restriction.
  • N/A

08
Please select the types of a light construction equipment you have experience with. (Select all that apply.)
  • Skip Loader
  • Water Truck, 2 Axle
  • Utility & Dump Truck, 2 Axle
  • Street Sweeper/ Broce Broom
  • Towed Utility Trailer
  • Towed Brush/ Wood Chipper
  • Steel Drum Pup Roller
  • Rubber Tired Roller
  • Skid Steer with Attachments
  • Snow Blower
  • None of the above

09
Please select the types of a medium construction equipment you have experience with. (Select all that apply.)
  • Truck Mounted Crane
  • Speed Loader
  • Backhoe
  • Dump Truck, 3 Axle
  • Snow Plow Truck
  • Water Truck, 3 Axle
  • Towed Equipment Trailer Class B & C
  • Towed Crack Seal Applicator
  • Rubber Tire Wheel Loader
  • Steel Drum Roller, 5+ Tins
  • Articulated Dump Truck (ADT), Off Road
  • Tractor/Mower
  • None

10
Please select the types of a heavy construction equipment you have experience with. (Select all that apply.)
  • Oil Distributor Truck
  • Low Bed Transport Class A
  • Excavator
  • Gradall
  • Chip Spreader
  • Oil Mixer
  • Motor Grader
  • Mobile Crane
  • Dozer
  • None

11
Please select the types of accessory equipment you have experience with. (Select all that apply.)
  • Snow Blower
  • Snowblade on Motor Grader
  • Snowblade on Loader
  • Snowblade on Truck
  • Sander on Truck
  • None

12
Describe your experience with the accessory equipment identified in the previous question. Include the number of months you have of experience and with which employer.
NOTE: The equipment must also be identified in the work history section of the application.
If no experience, indicate "N/A."
13
AVAILABILITY: Vacancies may occur at any yard site throughout San Bernardino County. Only those who indicate a willingness to work at a specific yard may be referred for hire. Be sure to check ONLY the yards for which you are willing to accept assignment.
  • I understand.

14
WORK LOCATION OPTIONS - MOUNTAINS: Indicate the MOUNTAIN YARDS you are willing to work and are able to respond/arrive to within 45 minutes for emergency situations.
  • BIG BEAR LAKE- North of State Hwy 38 (N. Shore) East of Stanfield Cutoff
  • BLUE JAY- Daley Canyon Rd. & Highway 189, Blue Jay (Eligible for Remote Bonus)
  • CRESTLINE- 23188 Crest Forest Drive,

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