FORESTRY EQUIPMENT MANAGER I

State of California; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 8,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) in Napa County is seeking a Fleet Equipment Manager I to oversee fleet maintenance and related operations at the Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit. The position is in office with a fixed salary range and a permanent, full-time appointment. Final filing date is September 4, 2026.

The role requires medical clearance to begin, includes strict respiratory protection compliance, and may involve irregular hours or travel within the state as needed.

Qualifications

• Medical clearance prior to hire is required.
• Annual medical clearance and respiratory protection fitness testing are required.

Job description

Job Posting: Fleet Equipment Manager I

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-529916

Fleet Equipment Manager I
FORESTRY EQUIPMENT MANAGER I

$8,005.00 - $10,388.00 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: 9/4/2026

Job Description and Duties

For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Division Chief Brian Ham by phone at [phone]. This position is located in St. Helena, CA.

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

Working Conditions

May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays to complete duties.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-529916

Position #(s): 542-114-6873-601

Working Title: Fleet Equipment Manager I

Classification: FORESTRY EQUIPMENT MANAGER I

Classification: $8,005.00 - $10,388.00

Classification: 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: Napa County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Sonoma-Lake-Napa 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!

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

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 test.

Maintains the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with department policy.

Desirable Qualifications

Possession of a valid driver’s license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Willingness to work irregular hours and to travel throughout the State.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
aaron verbeckmoes
[phone]

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
[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.

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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.

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.