FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

State of California; California; On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking two Defensible Space Inspectors/Forestry Technicians in Morgan Hill, CA. The roles combine field inspection with firefighting-related duties and require adherence to safety and respiratory protection protocols.

This permanent, full-time position offers in-office telework where applicable and a structured schedule, with occasional nights or weekends during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Two positions available.
• Work Location: Morgan Hill, CA.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License. Maintains the Arduous Fitness Standard. Must wear respiratory protection equipment and be medically cleared for SCBA use.

Job description

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-536729 -

JC-536729 - Defensible Space Inspector FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

$4,148.00 - $5,379.00 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: 11/5/2026

For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Fire CaptainZac Spinettoby phone at [phone]or by email at [e-mail].

This position is located in Morgan Hill, CA

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

Working Conditions

The incumbent typically is required to perform psychologically stressful and/or physically demanding duties consistent with firefighting, disaster response, and emergency medical response, including working in isolated areas, walking or running on uneven, rough terrain, and remaining on duty 24 hours or longer without a break while performing these duties.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FORESTRY TECHNICIAN

# of Positions: 2

Work Location: Morgan Hill, CA

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid Driver’s License of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Maintains the Arduous Fitness Standard in accordance with Department policy. The incumbent is required to wear respiratory protection equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). As such Cal/OSHA requires the incumbent to be annually medically cleared to be fit-tested for respiratory protection equipment.

Contact Information

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

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.

Bargaining Unit 08 Considerations

The Bargaining Unit 8 Memorandum of Understanding regarding Voluntary In-Class Transfer Policy (Inter-Unit) (Section 9.2) will be followed. The department may require 2 years of service in the employee's current unit assignment starting on the date of permanent appointment before becoming eligible for transfer.

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.