Materials Technician

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 856 General Services & Maintenance Unit

Why join the Contra Costa County - Fire Protection District?
Ranking among the larger California fire agencies, the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District is a well-equipped, full-service fire agency. The District is an "all-hazards" organization providing fire suppression, First Responder Advanced Life Support (ALS) emergency medical services as well as 911 emergency ambulance transport services for over two-thirds of the county, technical rescue, marine firefighting, water rescue, Type II Hazardous Materials Response team, heavy fire equipment program, fire prevention, and fire investigation services to nine cities and county unincorporated areas.

The Fire District Apparatus Shop provides routine preventative maintenance and emergency repairs for our Fire Apparatus. The Apparatus Shop is staffed by an Apparatus Manager, six (6) Fire Equipment Vehicle Technicians, a Fire Service Coordinator, and a Driver Clerk an Equipment Mechanic. The Fire District has almost 150 pieces of Fire Apparatus, which includes Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4. Type 6 engines as well as Tillers, Hazmats, UTV's, Quints, Water Tenders and Rescue vehicles. The CCCFPD team is committed to being the best. If you want to learn and be challenged, CCCFPD District is the organization for you.

Are you interested in pursuing a new opportunity and a career in public service?

The Fire Protection District is seeking a qualified candidate to fill one (1) vacancy for the Materials Technician classification.

What we are looking for:

• Effective, honest and proficient
• Thrives in a fast-paced, stressful environment
• Dedicated and enjoys working in a shop environment
  

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Ensuring supplies are adequately stocked and ordered
• Maintaining and updating our automated asset management system
• Issuing and tracking supplies to technicians
• Preparing reports as requested by authorized personnel

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will feel like a valued team member, contributing and supporting the fire service
• You will be exposed to ever evolving technology in the fire service apparatus
• You will enjoy this job if you enjoy a repair show environment
• Firefighting equipment and apparatus are specialized and unique

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will work in a repair shop environment
• You will be depended on to find replacement parts within a short notice and under deadlines

Competencies Required:

• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Mathematical Facility: Performing computation and solving mathematical problems
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
  

To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months to fill any future vacancies in the County Departments utilizing this classification.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License, Class C. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License, Class C will be accepted during the application process

Education: Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience or the equivalent of full-time experience in materials management in a centralized operation for automotive repair, building maintenance or communications.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Parts experience with heavy duty vehicles, preferably with fire apparatus

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application; applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Questionnaire: Applicants will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire at the time of filing. The responses to the training and experience questions on the supplemental questionnaire will be used to evaluate candidates' relevant education, training and/or experience as it relates to the Materials Technician Classification. (Weighted 100%)

Departmental Interviews: August - September (TBD)

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment specific questions, please contact Norma Martinez at Norma.Martinez@hrd.cccounty.us . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 8/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

• 925-655-2100

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