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Heavy Fire Equipment Operator - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Riverside, California |
About this job
ABOUT US:
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 8,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.
The State of California-CAL FIRE 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. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement.
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!
DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
The HFEO works under the general supervision of the Battalion Chief
40% *Operates heavy bulldozers, motor-graders, heavy-duty transports, trucks and other types of heavy equipment used in fire suppression work, road maintenance projects and in other wildland protection and conservation project work. *Reads and understands maps to determine location of projects and types of terrain to be worked. *Operates equipment on steep, narrow, rocky, mountain roads both paved and unpaved, and under hazardous conditions.
35% *Performs vehicle maintenance and repair which may include preventive maintenance service, tune-ups, brake relining and adjustment, disassembly and assembly for overhaul, welding, limited body repair and lubrication.
10% *Assists mechanics in making major mechanical repairs to heavy bulldozers, motor-graders, heavy-duty transports, trucks and other types of mobile equipment.
10% *Maintains simple records and written reports of work performed. *Trains others in safe practices in the use and repair of heavy equipment vehicles.
5% *Oversees the work of seasonal or permanent employees and inmate crews on fire line assignments, road construction assignments, forestry conservation projects and work projects.
*These are the essential functions for this position. Essential functions are those functions that the individual who holds the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
HOW TO APPLY:
Include position number 542-312-6387-503 and working title in the Job Title Section of the Examination and/or Employment Application (STD. 678). Candidates with current status in the above classification or with list eligibility or eligibility to transfer, promote, demote, or reinstate, are encouraged to apply. Transfers and Reinstatements must meet the Minimum Qualifications of the class pursuant to SPB Rule 250. Candidate may be selected by resume review. Appointment is subject to SROA and state surplus policies. Surplus candidates must attach a copy of their surplus letter in order to receive priority consideration. Failure to complete any portion of the required application package and/or failure to sign your application may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Mail application/resume to the address below. Applications/Resumes postmarked after the final filing date may not be considered.
CAL FIRE - Southern Region Headquarters
Attention: Hiring Coordinator
1234 East Shaw Avenue
Fresno, CA 93710
Telephone: (559) 243-4100
As stated on the application, your original signature certifies that the information entered on your application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge under penalty of perjury. For this reason, applications/resumes will be accepted only by mail and not by FAX or email.
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 8,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.
The State of California-CAL FIRE 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. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement.
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!
DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
The HFEO works under the general supervision of the Battalion Chief
40% *Operates heavy bulldozers, motor-graders, heavy-duty transports, trucks and other types of heavy equipment used in fire suppression work, road maintenance projects and in other wildland protection and conservation project work. *Reads and understands maps to determine location of projects and types of terrain to be worked. *Operates equipment on steep, narrow, rocky, mountain roads both paved and unpaved, and under hazardous conditions.
35% *Performs vehicle maintenance and repair which may include preventive maintenance service, tune-ups, brake relining and adjustment, disassembly and assembly for overhaul, welding, limited body repair and lubrication.
10% *Assists mechanics in making major mechanical repairs to heavy bulldozers, motor-graders, heavy-duty transports, trucks and other types of mobile equipment.
10% *Maintains simple records and written reports of work performed. *Trains others in safe practices in the use and repair of heavy equipment vehicles.
5% *Oversees the work of seasonal or permanent employees and inmate crews on fire line assignments, road construction assignments, forestry conservation projects and work projects.
*These are the essential functions for this position. Essential functions are those functions that the individual who holds the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
HOW TO APPLY:
Include position number 542-312-6387-503 and working title in the Job Title Section of the Examination and/or Employment Application (STD. 678). Candidates with current status in the above classification or with list eligibility or eligibility to transfer, promote, demote, or reinstate, are encouraged to apply. Transfers and Reinstatements must meet the Minimum Qualifications of the class pursuant to SPB Rule 250. Candidate may be selected by resume review. Appointment is subject to SROA and state surplus policies. Surplus candidates must attach a copy of their surplus letter in order to receive priority consideration. Failure to complete any portion of the required application package and/or failure to sign your application may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Mail application/resume to the address below. Applications/Resumes postmarked after the final filing date may not be considered.
CAL FIRE - Southern Region Headquarters
Attention: Hiring Coordinator
1234 East Shaw Avenue
Fresno, CA 93710
Telephone: (559) 243-4100
As stated on the application, your original signature certifies that the information entered on your application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge under penalty of perjury. For this reason, applications/resumes will be accepted only by mail and not by FAX or email.
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