Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Heavy Equipment Mechanic (JC-503671)

Location: Santa Rosa, CA (Sonoma County – Northern Region)

Salary: $5,608.00 – $7,379.00 per month (Class A/B). New to state candidates receive the minimum salary of the classification or the alternate range minimum.

Final Filing Date: 1/17/2026

Number of Positions: 1

Perform mechanical maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in firefighting disaster response and emergency medical response. Work may involve: walking or running on uneven, rough terrain; remaining on duty 24+ hours without a break; working nights, weekends, or holidays; and extended overnight travel throughout the state.

• Class A or B Commercial Driver License with Tank (N) and Passenger (P) endorsements and no restriction for air brakes or standard transmission (within 6 months probation).
• Pass drug screening, background investigation, and medical clearance for respiratory protection (annual medical evaluation including vision, hearing, spirometry, and treadmill tests).
• Obtain adequate medical clearance and be fit‑tested for SCBA and other respiratory protection.

• Already hold or will obtain a Class A or B CDL with Tank (N) and Passenger (P) endorsements and no air‑brakes restriction.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to maintain a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment is expected to comply with the State’s drug‑free workplace policies.