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Job Posting: Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
JC-472727
Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
$4,741.00 - $5,949.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 4/14/2025
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Print Job
Save Job
Job Description And Duties
For questions related to the duties of this position, please contact Fire Captain Tim Brady by phone at (530) 360-6139 or by email at tim.brady@fire.ca.gov.
The position is located in Redding, CA.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays. Extended travel away from assigned headquarters is required. May travel out of town on per diem for assigned work, training, meetings, and other job related duites. Required to work in wide range of environmental conditions, including heat up to 120 degrees, cold to 20 degrees.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Job Code #:
JC-472727
Position #(s):
541-213-6286-001
Working Title:
Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction
Classification:
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
$4,741.00 - $5,949.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Shasta County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Shasta-Trinity 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 opportunites. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!
Special Requirements
Must possess a valid Commercial Class A California driver license with Tank (N) endorsement and no restrictions.
Employees using a Commercial Driver License (CDL) are subject to drug and alcohol testing under Federal regulations. Consequently, employees in classifications that require a CDL as a minimum qualification will be placed in the State’s random drug and alcohol testing pool.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 4/14/2025
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.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
Attn: CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
135 Ridgway Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
Attn: CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
135 Ridgway Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Bargaining Unit 12 employees shall be eligible to accrue a Workforce Stability Stipend. The workforce stability stipend is considered a lump sum payment outside of the employee’s base pay and is offered as an incentive for Bargaining Unit 12 employees to remain in Bargaining Unit 12 classifications for a specific amount of time to meet critical and priority business needs.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Northern Region Hiring
(707) 576-2275
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
(916) 767-8359
ReasonableAccommodations@fire.ca.gov
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.
Additional Information
Please include position number 541-213-6286-001 on your STD 678 form.
Candidate may be selected by resume review.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V
How To Get A State Job
Individuals must pass an open examination before applying for most job vacancies with the State of California.
Use the “exam/assessment search” function on the CalCareers website at www.jobs.ca.gov to search for the examination you are interested in applying for. If the exam is currently being offered, you will need to follow the directions in the exam bulletin on how to apply for and take the exam. Not all examinations are offered continuously or at the time a job vacancy occurs.
Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list. Candidates should refer to their examination results for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the exam when necessary. Once list eligibility has been established, you can search and apply for current vacancies in the classification to which you have established eligibility.
Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifications of the classification to be appointed into the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications can be found in the class specifications listed on the exam bulletin or on the CalCareers website. Application packages should include documentation and relevant experience that shows you have the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
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.
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
JC-472727
Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
$4,741.00 - $5,949.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 4/14/2025
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Print Job
Save Job
Job Description And Duties
For questions related to the duties of this position, please contact Fire Captain Tim Brady by phone at (530) 360-6139 or by email at tim.brady@fire.ca.gov.
The position is located in Redding, CA.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
May be subject to working nights, weekends, or holidays. Extended travel away from assigned headquarters is required. May travel out of town on per diem for assigned work, training, meetings, and other job related duites. Required to work in wide range of environmental conditions, including heat up to 120 degrees, cold to 20 degrees.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-472727
Position #(s):
541-213-6286-001
Working Title:
Equipment Operator II - Fuels Reduction
Classification:
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
$4,741.00 - $5,949.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Shasta County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Shasta-Trinity 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 opportunites. 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.
Must possess a valid Commercial Class A California driver license with Tank (N) endorsement and no restrictions.
Employees using a Commercial Driver License (CDL) are subject to drug and alcohol testing under Federal regulations. Consequently, employees in classifications that require a CDL as a minimum qualification will be placed in the State’s random drug and alcohol testing pool.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 4/14/2025
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.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
Attn: CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
135 Ridgway Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Forestry & Fire Protection
CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
Attn: CAL FIRE Northern Region Hiring
135 Ridgway Avenue
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Other - Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299). This form may be found at: https://www.fire.ca.gov/-/media/D817B8E27D8049C3BC35297686467FB9
- Other - Copy of the front and back of your valid Driver’s License of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Bargaining Unit 12 employees shall be eligible to accrue a Workforce Stability Stipend. The workforce stability stipend is considered a lump sum payment outside of the employee’s base pay and is offered as an incentive for Bargaining Unit 12 employees to remain in Bargaining Unit 12 classifications for a specific amount of time to meet critical and priority business needs.
- Bargaining Unit 12 employees shall accrue a workforce stability stipend of $100 for each qualifying pay period worked in a Bargaining Unit 12 classification between the period of January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025, up to a maximum accrual of six hundred dollars ($600) for the 6 qualifying pay periods. The workforce stability stipend(s) earned for the period of January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025, shall be processed as a lump sum payment in August 2025.
- Bargaining Unit 12 employees shall accrue a workforce stability stipend of $100 for each qualifying pay period worked in a Bargaining Unit 12 classification between the period of July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, up to a maximum accrual of six hundred dollars ($600) for the 6 qualifying pay periods. The workforce stability stipend(s) earned for the period of July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, shall be processed as a lump sum payment in January 2026.
- Bargaining Unit 12 employees shall accrue a workforce stability stipend of $100 for each qualifying pay period worked in a Bargaining Unit 12 classification between the period of January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026, up to a maximum accrual of six hundred dollars ($600) for the 6 qualifying pay periods. The workforce stability stipend(s) earned for the period of January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026, shall be processed as a lump sum payment in August 2026.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Northern Region Hiring
(707) 576-2275
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
(916) 767-8359
ReasonableAccommodations@fire.ca.gov
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.
Additional Information
Please include position number 541-213-6286-001 on your STD 678 form.
Candidate may be selected by resume review.
Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V
How To Get A State Job
Individuals must pass an open examination before applying for most job vacancies with the State of California.
Use the “exam/assessment search” function on the CalCareers website at www.jobs.ca.gov to search for the examination you are interested in applying for. If the exam is currently being offered, you will need to follow the directions in the exam bulletin on how to apply for and take the exam. Not all examinations are offered continuously or at the time a job vacancy occurs.
Successful examination candidates are placed on an eligibility list. Candidates should refer to their examination results for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the exam when necessary. Once list eligibility has been established, you can search and apply for current vacancies in the classification to which you have established eligibility.
Candidates must also meet the minimum qualifications of the classification to be appointed into the classification they are applying for. Minimum qualifications can be found in the class specifications listed on the exam bulletin or on the CalCareers website. Application packages should include documentation and relevant experience that shows you have the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
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.
Salary : $4,741 - $5,949
