MEDICAL SUPPLY TECHNICIAN

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Porterville Developmental Center, Department of Developmental Services, is seeking a Medical Supply Technician to manage sterilization, ordering, processing, and distribution of medical equipment and supplies within Central Supply under the Nursing Department.

The position requires passing the Medical Supply Technician Examination, background and medical clearances, and adherence to state employment protocols. Salary ranges from $3,167 to $4,251 per month with standard state benefits.

Qualifications

• Must pass the Medical Supply Technician Examination.
• Background Investigation and Medical Clearance required prior to hire.
• New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Sterilization, ordering, processing and distribution of medical equipment and supplies.
• Assigned to Central Supply under the Nursing Department.

Job description

Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center

JC-532768 -

JC-532768 - Medical Supply Technician MEDICAL SUPPLY TECHNICIAN

$3,167.00 - $4,251.00 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: 10/2/2026

The Medical Supply Technician (MST) is assigned to Central Supply under the direction of the Nursing Department and performs general duties as required for the sterilization, ordering, processing and distribution of medical equipment and supplies. Candidates must take and pass the Medical Supply Technician Examination.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of the Personal Leave.

Working Conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in this duty statement such as being capable of lifting 50 lbs., stacking, and rotating heavy cases of supplies. Able to bend stoop, kneel, have good coordination, and dexterity/ strength in fingers and hands.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Potential exposure to communicable diseased, blood-borne pathogens, contaminated equipment, sharps, and other conditions common to clinical nursing environment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MEDICAL SUPPLY TECHNICIAN

MEDICAL SUPPLY TECHNICIAN $3,167.00 - $3,960.00A $3,401.00 - $4,251.00B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

In Office

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Porterville Developmental Center

HR/Recruitment and Exams

P.O. Box 2000

Porterville, CA 93258

• 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.

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:

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

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.

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.

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.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.