EQUIPMENT MATERIEL SPECIALIST

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

Job summary

The State of California, Department of Transportation, Caltrans Division of Equipment is seeking an Equipment Materiel Specialist to manage purchasing, inventory, disbursement, and shipping within the shop environment in Los Angeles County. The role reports to EMS Manager I/II and requires handling parts and services for fabrication, maintenance, and disposal of mobile equipment.

Candidates must hold a valid California Class C driver's license; final filing date is 11/21/2026; positions are

Qualifications

• Maintains purchasing, inventory, disbursement, shipping and receiving of equipment parts and materiel.
• Valid California Class C driver's license required.
• Post & Bid process and civil service eligibility may apply.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchasing, inventory, disbursement, shipping and receiving of equipment parts and materiel for fabrication, maintenance, repair and disposal of mobile equipment.
• Operate within the shop, with occasional work in outdoor areas or field locations.
• Must be able to travel as needed and work overtime or during emergencies.

Skills

CDL required

Job description

Job Posting: Equipment Materiel Specialist

Department of Transportation

JC-538099 - Equipment Materiel Specialist EQUIPMENT MATERIEL SPECIALIST

$4,623.00 - $5,533.00 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: 11/21/2026

Job Description and Duties

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‑to‑day 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.

PARF# 32-27-0189 / JC-538099

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

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Equipment Materiel Specialist exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• EQUIPMENT MATERIEL SPECIALIST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-538099
• Position #(s): 932-027-1552-XXX
• Working Title: Equipment Materiel Specialist
• Classification: EQUIPMENT MATERIEL SPECIALIST $4,623.00 - $5,533.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• # of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: Los Angeles County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

• 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.

Please ensure all work experience listed on your application is filled out completely and as thoroughly as possible. Applications received without detailed work experience reflected may be disqualified from further consideration. Only work experience listed on the application (STD 678) will be considered. Notations on the application to "see attached" or "see resume" are not acceptable.

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

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.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact: Irina Prints [phone] [e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact: Jose Huerta [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.

EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office [phone] [e-mail]

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.

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.