EQUIPMENT MATERIEL SPECIALIST

State of California; California; On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hire‑Above Minimum Authorization

Monthly pay differential

Job summary

Caltrans Department of Transportation is seeking an Equipment Materiel Specialist to oversee purchasing, inventory, and disposition of equipment parts and materiel for mobile equipment in a shop setting. Valid CDL (Class C) is required, with CDL details to be provided on application.

The role may involve work in storage areas and field locations, with overtime and emergency response as needed. Salary ranges from $4,623 to $5,533 per month, with potential for PLP adjustments.

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver's License (CDL) required, Class C.
• Must provide CDL number, class, expiration date, endorsements and restrictions on application.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing, inventory, disbursement, shipping and receiving of equipment parts and materiel for mobile equipment.
• Oversee operations related to fabrication, maintenance, repair and disposal of equipment.
• Work in shop parts department and in external storage areas as needed.
• Occasional travel, shift changes, and overtime may be required; respond in emergencies.

Skills

CDL (California Driver's License)

Job description

Department of Transportation

JC-538099 - Equipment Materiel Specialist

Equipment Materiel Specialist

$4,623.00 - $5,533.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 11/21/2026

While working for the Caltrans Division of Equipment (DOE), in an Equipment Shop, the Equipment Materiel Specialist (EMS) receives supervision from the Equipment Materiel Manager I / II, and day‑time direction from the Senior Equipment Materiel Specialist. Performs Equipment Materiel Operations work concerning the purchasing, inventory, disbursement, shipping and receiving of equipment parts, materiel, related equipment and services for the fabrication, maintenance, repair and disposal of mobile equipment. Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver’s license.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 .

Working Conditions

Position located at 13204 Golden State Rd Sylmar, Los Angeles County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Incumbent will work primarily in the shop parts department adjacent to the shop. At times, it will be necessary to work in outside storage areas, warehouse, distant field mechanic locations, or highway maintenance warehouses. Incumbent may / will be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, hazardous materials and various temperatures. May be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays, and mandatory overtime. Must be able to work during emergency or declared emergency situations.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements are in the Class Specification.

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Work Location

In Office

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Qualifications

The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

The position(s) require(s) a valid and Class C driver’s license.

Benefits

• Employees in this classification may be eligible for a Recruitment Hire‑Above Minimum Authorization salary rate commensurate to CalHR salary laws, rules, and regulations.
• Additionally, employees in this classification may be eligible to receive an additional amount for recruitment and retention monthly pay differential. The Hire‑Above Minimum Authorization and monthly pay differential may be removed upon movement from the approved classes or locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact:

Irina Prints

[phone]

[e-mail]

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.

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.

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-538099), PARF# 32-27-0189 and title of the position (Equipment Materiel Specialist) must be included on the STD. 678 form.