STATE PARK EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

State of California; California; On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State housing may be provided

Job summary

State of California, Department of Parks & Recreation, is hiring a State Park Equipment Operator for the Monterey District at Ixshenta State Park to maintain and operate heavy equipment for Roads and Trails projects. The position works Monday–Thursday, 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, not telework eligible, and requires a valid California Class A CDL with a clean driving history.

Housing may be provided where available and as per policy.

Qualifications

• Valid California Class A CDL required.
• Clean driving history.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain assigned heavy equipment.
• May act as crew leader for seasonal staff.
• Attend staff meetings and lead safety or accident prevention meetings.
• Assist in emergency activities and respond to park visitors' questions.

Job description

Job Posting: STATE PARK EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-536089

$5,580.00 - $6,680.00 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: 11/6/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

STATE PARK EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - MONTEREYDISTRICT / IXSHENTA STATEPARK / ROADS AND TRAILS PROGRAM

This classification is subject to the Post and Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer change in class, reinstatement, re-employment, and training and development assignment candidates will be accepted for this position but consistent with the MOU/Bargaining Agreement BU12/13 contract cannot be acted upon unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.

This State Park Equipment Operator (SPEO) is assigned to the Roads and Trails program of the Monterey District. This position works under general supervision of the Monterey District Park Maintenance Chief III and works closely with the Roads and Trails Park Maintenance Supervisor. The incumbent is responsible for the operation and routine maintenance of assigned heavy equipment. In the course of routine activities the incumbent may act as crew leader for seasonal and lesser skilled staff. Other occasional duties for this position include attending staff meetings, assisting in emergency activities (rescue, first aid, etc.), preparing and leading safety or accident prevention meetings, training/orienting new or lesser skilled staff and responding to questions from park visitors. The reporting location for this position is Ixshenta State Park but will be required to work at other locations throughout the district as assigned. Training and development assignments may be considered.

The incumbent's work schedule will be Monday- Thursday, 7:00am - 5:30pm.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

This position requires a valid California class A commercial driver’s license and a clean driving history. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing may be required. *Special Requirement/Condition of Employment: Depending on the assigned location, the incumbent may be required to occupy state-owned housing to meet operational needs, or may be offered state-owned housing if available. Housing assignments will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements after the state housing may be required as requested by HR. Please contact Jim Doran with any questions at [e-mail] or 831-601-1205.

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961 , this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962 .

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

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

Working Conditions

May be required to work on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays and irregular hours to provide coverage for emergency needs, special projects, and lead worker support when needed.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STATE PARK EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Location

Work Location: Monterey County

Telework: In Office

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift

7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Work Week

Monday - Thursday

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• 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.
• The position(s) require(s) a Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Class A Commercial License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for STATE PARK EQUIPMENT OPERATOR.
• Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
• Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

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.

Contact Information

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact: Ally Hostetter [phone] [e-mail]

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit.

The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction.

For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.