HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Mariposa County for a permanent, full-time position. In-office work location with potential for night/weekend shifts to complete duties and strict safety requirements.

Applicants must obtain a CDL with tank endorsement within six months and pass a drug screen and background check as part of the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Must have California DMV Class A or B CDL with tank endorsement.
• No restrictions for air brakes or standard transmission.
• Drug screening and background investigation required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair heavy equipment as required.
• Adhere to safety policies including respiratory protection and training.

Skills

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Job Posting: HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-527953 - HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

$5,608.00 - $7,379.00 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: 8/23/2026

Job Description and Duties

Please see the attached duty statement for details on this postion. Contact Forestry Equipment Manager James Weisner at 559-706-8821 or email [e-mail] for questions related to this position.

Candidate may be selected by resume review.

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

Working Conditions

Successfully completes required training as condition of employment. 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 that the incumbent be annually medically cleared to be fit-tested for respiratory protection equipment. May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays to complete duties.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist


• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-527953

Position #(s): 541-414-6834-003

Working Title: HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Classification: HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC $5,608.00 - $7,379.00 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: Mariposa County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Madera-Mariposa-Merced 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) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.


• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Within 6 months of appointment, incumbent is required to have a California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Class A or B Commercial Driver License with a tank (N) endorsement and no restriction for air brakes or standard transmission. New hires that do not have the passenger (P) endorsement will be able to drive the required vehicles for the purpose of obtaining a passenger endorsement only when an employee with the proper endorsement is present. The P endorsement must be obtained by the end of the six (6) month probationary period.

Benefits

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

Salary Range B - This range shall apply to incumbents in positions with direct responsibility for work supervision, on-the-job training, and work performance evaluation of at least 2 inmates, wards, or resident workers.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic (6834)

This classification is eligible for the following pay:

$5608 - $6723 Base Salary (paid every month)

$67,296 - $80,676 Annual Compensation (plus Fire Mission Pay)*

*Fire Mission Pay: Incumbents receive approximately 10% of base pay paid monthly when fire season is declared for the employee’s Unit.

In addition to the above pay items, employees are eligible for medical benefits (health, dental, vision) and may be eligible for other pay differentials.

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:

Ryan Johnson

[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.

Required Documentation

Submit the required documents to the following address or submit electronically:

CAL FIRE Southern Region Hiring

POS#: 541-414-6834-003

1234 E. Shaw Ave

Fresno, CA 93710

You must submit a completed State Application (STD. 678) [please include WORKING TITLE and POSITION #], Resume, Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299), and Copy of the front and back of a valid Commercial License with tank (N) and passenger (P) endorsements and no restriction for air brakes or standard transmissions.

Applications/Resumes postmarked after the final filing date may not be considered. Failure to follow directions for any portion of the required application package may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V

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.