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The State of California's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) seeks a Carpenter II for the Northern Region, based in Santa Rosa. This permanent, full-time role is in-office with potential for overnight travel and related duties as assigned under the CAL FIRE program.
New hires are placed at the classification minimum or alternate range when applicable. Medical clearance and respiratory protection requirements apply, and questions may be directed to the Northern Region Hiring
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
JC-529685 -
JC-529685 - Carpenter II
CARPENTER II
$5,157.00 - $6,179.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 10/1/2026
Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off
Forquestions related to the duties of this positionplease contact Supervisor IBud Barceloby phone at (707) 608-8668or by email atbud.barcelo@fire.ca.gov
Thisposition islocated in Santa Rosa, CA.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Overnight travel may be required.
May be required to work nights, weekends, or extended hours.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Northern Region
TheCalifornia Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) isCalifornia's fire department and resource management agency. The organizationis comprised of nearly 12,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission ofthe Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the propertyand resources of California.
When you join CAL FIRE, you join a family of employees that function as a team.You will build trust and friendship with your co-workers, as together yourespond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employeeswith a variety of career choices and opportunities. We hope that you willconsider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!
The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment (including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). The use of such equipment may place a physiological burden on the incumbent that varies with the type of equipment used, the job and workplace conditions in which the equipment is used, and the medical status of the incumbent. As such, Cal/OSHA requires that the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit-tested for respiratory protection equipment. This clearance process consists of a comprehensive medical evaluation including a review of the incumbent’s medical history, a complete physical examination, and vision, hearing, spirometry, and exercise treadmill tests. Must maintain annual medical clearance in accordance with Department policy.
Ability to obtain and maintain certified purchaser status.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Ability to drive a state vehicle to various job site locations.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Northern Region Hiring
(707) 576-2275
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 767-8359
ReasonableAccommodations@fire.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Please include position number 541-101-6475-003 on your STD 678.
Candidatemay be selected by Resume Review.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V
Individuals must pass an open examination before applying for most job vacancies with the State of California.
Use the “exam/assessment search” function on the CalCareers website at www.jobs.ca.gov to search for the examination you are interested in applying for. If the exam is currently being offered, you will need to follow the directions in the exam bulletin on how to apply for and take the exam. Not all examinations are offered continuously or at the time a job vacancy occurs.
Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list. Candidates should refer to their examination results for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the exam when necessary. Once list eligibility has been established, you can search and apply for current vacancies in the classification to which you have established eligibility.
Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifications of the classification to be appointed into the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications can be found in the class specifications listed on the exam bulletin or on the CalCareers website. Application packages should include documentation and relevant experience that shows you have the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.