Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE in San Luis Obispo County is hiring for Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction. This permanent, full-time in-office position supports fire prevention and vegetation management with a competitive salary range.

Applicants must have a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement, pass drug screening, background check, and medical clearance; additional details are in the attached duty statement.

Qualifications

• Drug Screening required prior to hire.
• Background Investigation required prior to hire.
• Medical Clearance required prior to hire.
• Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement required.

Tools

CDL Class A with Tank Vehicle endorsement

Job description

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.

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 workplace. 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.

Position Details

Job Code # JC-527909

Position #(s) 541-316-6286-001

Working Title Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction

Classification CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

$4,883.00 - $6,127.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions 1

Work Location San Luis Obispo County

Telework In Office

Job Type Permanent, Full Time

Facility San Luis Obispo Unit

Department Information The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is California's fire department and resource management agency. The organization is comprised of nearly 12,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and 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 you respond to emergencies and challenging situations. CAL FIRE provides employees with a variety of career choices and opportunities. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Job Description And Duties Please see the attached duty statement for details on this position. For questions related to the duties of this position please contact Deputy Chief Administration Rob Jenkins at 805‑543‑4244 or [e-mail]. Candidate may be selected by resume review. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Tank Vehicle endorsement.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299) : This form may be found at : https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9
• Other - Copy of the front and back of a valid driver’s license of the appropriate class by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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.