HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE); California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health, dental, and vision

Career growth

Mission-driven culture

Supportive team

Job summary

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) seeks a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair a wide range of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, from bulldozers to trucks and pumps, to keep emergency response assets ready.

This role blends hands-on welding and fabrication with accurate repair estimates and detailed record keeping. You will guide operators and support staff to ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and available to

Qualifications

• Inspect, diagnose and repair heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
• Work with bulldozers, trucks, pumps and specialized fire equipment.
• Perform welding, fabrication and repair estimates with records.
• Guide operators and support staff to ensure safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and repair heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
• Welding, fabrication and repair estimates with clear records.
• Guide operators and support staff to ensure equipment safety and reliability.

Job description

Are you a skilled mechanic who thrives on tackling complex repairs and keeping mission critical equipment ready for action? As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic with CAL FIRE, you’ll inspect, diagnose, and repair a wide range of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, everything from bulldozers to trucks, pumps, and specialized fire equipment. This role combines hands‑on technical expertise with field ready problem solving, welding and fabrication, and the ability to make accurate repair estimates while keeping clear records. You’ll also help guide operators and support staff, ensuring equipment is safe, reliable, and ready to support California’s emergency response operations.

Why CAL FIRE?

• Strong work-life balance with a consistent schedule
• State benefits including retirement, health, dental, and vision
• Opportunities for career growth and upward mobility within state service
• A mission-driven culture where your work supports communities across California
• A team environment that values reliability, professionalism, and support