EQUIPMENT MATERIEL SPECIALIST

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

Job summary

Caltrans Department of Transportation in Sylmar, Los Angeles County seeks an Equipment Materiel Specialist for a permanent, full-time role. Salary ranges from $4,623 to $5,533 per month, with new state candidates hired at the classification minimum. The position requires a valid class C driver’s license and entails shop duties, occasional fieldwork, and potential overtime.

Telework is in-office; final filing date is 10/7/2026. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid class C driver’s license.
• Answer CDL questions on the application with CDL number, class, expiration date, and endorsements/restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Work primarily in the shop parts department with occasional work in storage areas, warehouses, or field locations.
• May travel, rotate shifts, and work overtime or during emergencies.

Skills

Valid California Driver's License

Job description

Department of Transportation

JC-532935 - 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: 10/7/2026

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.

Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver’s license.

Minimum Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Driver's 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.
• Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver’s license.

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.

Work Type: Permanent, Full Time

Telework: In Office

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]

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)

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

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.