CAL FIRE Careers

CAL FIRE Careers Join the team that serves and safeguards the people, property and resources of California!

The men and women of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) are dedicated to the fire protection and stewardship of over 31 million acres of California's privately-owned wildlands. In addition, the Department provides varied emergency services in 36 of the State's 58 counties via contracts with local governments. CAL FIRE’s values represent beliefs that are shared amo

ng the stakeholders of the Department. Values drive the culture and priorities and provide a framework in which decisions are made. CAL FIRE’s organizational culture is built upon a total force concept, in which every employee in the Department, regardless of assigned role, plays an integral part in emergency response, public safety, resource
management, watershed protection, and meeting the Department’s mission and goals. To this end, the following values are highlighted as expected roles of every employee within the Department. Service
• We are committed to the safety and well-being of the public and our employees.
• We strive for excellence and professionalism.
• We maintain a can-do attitude and humility in the ex*****on of our duties. Cooperation
• We care about each other and our service to others, including cooperators, governing bodies, and the public.
• We build and maintain cooperative relationships across the State to benefit the public we serve.
• We allow every member of the Department a voice within a chain-of-command structure. Protection
• We integrate resource management, fi re protection, and fire prevention missions on behalf of the State and local communities.
• We strive to ensure a high level of environmental protection in all our
programs and operations. Organizational Excellence
• We value the diversity among our employees and the vital functions
they perform to enhance our mission.
• We exhibit calm resilience and performance in the face of emergencies and disasters of any scale.
• We recognize the importance of clear and consistent communication.
• We embrace and support innovation. Cal Fire Careers is here to share information on opportunities available with the department, whether you are coming from outside or are looking for career advancement opportunities from within.

🔥 Discover a career path with CAL FIRE at 3rd District State Congressman Kevin Kiley’s 3rd Annual Government Job Fair w...
07/31/2026

🔥 Discover a career path with CAL FIRE at 3rd District State Congressman Kevin Kiley’s 3rd Annual Government Job Fair

will be at Congressman Kiley’s 3rd Annual Government Job Fair in Rocklin, CA. Stop by to learn about careers in public service, fire protection, and emergency response, and discover the qualifications and steps to apply to pursue a career with the State and CAL FIRE.

Congressman Kevin Kiley brings top employers from the public sector to connect with individuals who are driven to explore career opportunities.

This event is open to all individuals looking to take the next step in their career.

📢 Connect with our team to explore all the opportunities that we offer!

📅 Date: Monday, August 3, 2026

🕚 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

📌 Location: Rocklin Event Center | 2650 Sunset Blvd Rocklin, CA 95677

LAST CHANCE TO TAKE THE EXAM! The window is closing! The CAL FIRE Water and Sewage Plant Operator examination closes Aug...
07/30/2026

LAST CHANCE TO TAKE THE EXAM!

The window is closing! The CAL FIRE Water and Sewage Plant Operator examination closes August 3, 2026.

This is your final opportunity to take the exam and earn your place on our eligibility list, the first step toward the essential work of keeping clean water and safe wastewater treatment running at our conservation camps across California. 🌲

If you've been thinking about applying, now is the moment.

Final filing date: August 3, 2026

Take the exam at https://calcareers.ca.gov
Learn more at https://www.JoinCALFIRE.com

Take the exam today or share this before the window closes!

It's Veteran and First Responder Appreciation Day at the State Fair, so we're bringing everything you need to know about...
07/28/2026

It's Veteran and First Responder Appreciation Day at the State Fair, so we're bringing everything you need to know about building a career with .

From education at our Camp Smokey area to our R.V.E.T.S program (Returning Veterans: Enlisting Their Skills for CAL FIRE Service) booth to our Recruitment booth, Veteran’s and First Responders can discover the pathways we've built just for you!

🎟️ California State Fair, Cal Expo

🕓 Gates open at 4 PM

Come say hi and learn more about a possible career with the State of California and CAL FIRE!

There's something for everyone at the California State Fair, from thrilling rides and live concerts to incredible exhibi...
07/24/2026

There's something for everyone at the California State Fair, from thrilling rides and live concerts to incredible exhibits and your favorite fair food. While you're there, stop by the CAL FIRE Recruitment Booth and explore where a career with CAL FIRE could take you!

Our recruitment team will be at the Tree Circus in the Enchanted Forest on the following dates to answer your questions and help you learn about career opportunities with CAL FIRE:

📅 Friday, July 24, 12 pm – 6 pm
📅 Sunday, July 26, 12 pm – 6 pm
📅 Wednesday, July 29, 4 pm – 6 pm
📅 Friday, July 31, 12 pm – 6 pm

📍 Where: Tree Circus – Enchanted Forest
California State Fair
Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA

Explore the many career opportunities that support CAL FIRE's mission. We'd love to meet you! From forestry and aviation to emergency communications, mechanics, administration, information technology, and more, CAL FIRE offers a wide range of opportunities to serve California's communities.

Stop by, meet the team, ask questions, and discover where your skills can make an impact!

🔧 Do you know your way around diesel engines and heavy equipment? If you've spent your career diagnosing problems, rebui...
07/17/2026

🔧 Do you know your way around diesel engines and heavy equipment?

If you've spent your career diagnosing problems, rebuilding engines, troubleshooting hydraulic systems, or keeping heavy equipment mission-ready, your skills could make a real impact at CAL FIRE .

As a CAL FIRE Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Correctional Facility), you'll help maintain the vehicles and equipment that support wildfire response, public safety, and conservation efforts across California. Every repair helps keep our crews ready when they're needed most.

Next Steps!

️Take the exam by August 10. Passing the exam places you on the eligibility list, which is required to be considered for current and future CAL FIRE Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Correctional Facility) openings. Getting on the list is your first step toward a rewarding career supporting California's emergency response mission.

🛠 Ready to put your experience to work? Click here to learn more: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=5346

🎡 Enjoying the rides, live entertainment, delicious fair food, or exhibits at the California State Fair? Be sure to add ...
07/17/2026

🎡 Enjoying the rides, live entertainment, delicious fair food, or exhibits at the California State Fair? Be sure to add one more stop to your day and visit the FIRE Recruitment booth!

From July 20 through August 2, our recruitment team will be at the California State Fair to answer your questions and help you explore a career with CAL FIRE.

Whether you're interested in becoming a firefighter or learning about the many career opportunities that support our mission, we're here to help you discover where you fit.

📅 When: July 20 – August 2 (visit https://castatefair.com for daily fair hours)

📍 Where: Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA – Enchanted Forest

Stop by! Meet the team! Ask questions! Learn how you can use your unique talents to help build a meaningful career serving California's communities. CAL FIRE offers much more than firefighter careers. Whether you're interested in fire protection, forestry, aviation, emergency communications, mechanics, administration, information technology, or another area that supports our mission, we're here to help you find the path that's right for you.

07/15/2026

July 15th is National Pet Fire Safety Day!

Our pets are family, too! At CAL FIRE, we’re committed to protecting every member of the family. A few simple steps today can help prevent fires and keep your pets safe during an emergency. Here are 4 easy ways to help protect your beloved family members:

Keep pets away from candles, stoves, and open flames

Use rescue alert stickers to let first responders know pets are inside

Keep pet beds, blankets and enclosures away from fireplaces and heaters

Make sure your emergency kit includes food, medications, and crates/leashes for quick evacuations.

Together, we can keep all of California’s families—people and pets—safe from harm.

Exam Now Open: Forestry Equipment Manager I & II 🚜 Behind every emergency response is a fleet of specialized equipment t...
07/14/2026

Exam Now Open: Forestry Equipment Manager I & II 🚜

Behind every emergency response is a fleet of specialized equipment that must be ready to perform at a moment's notice. From heavy equipment to emergency response vehicles, CAL FIRE depends on skilled fleet and equipment professionals to keep these critical assets safe, reliable, and ready for action.

The Forestry Equipment Manager I and II examinations are now open. Passing the exam places you on CAL FIRE's eligibility list, the first step toward becoming eligible to apply for future Forestry Equipment Manager vacancies across the state.

If you have experience in heavy equipment maintenance, fleet operations, or leading maintenance teams, now is the time to turn your expertise into a career that directly supports California's firefighters and emergency response mission.

How it works: Take the exam, earn a passing score, and be placed on the eligibility list, making you eligible to apply for future Forestry Equipment Manager I and II job openings.

📅 Final Application Date: August 7, 2026

Visit CalCareers.ca.gov to take the exam and learn more about this career at JoinCALFIRE.com.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this opportunity with them.

Exam Now Open: Water and Sewage Plant Operator 🔩 Every fire crew that mobilizes from a conservation camp depends on the ...
07/08/2026

Exam Now Open: Water and Sewage Plant Operator 🔩

Every fire crew that mobilizes from a conservation camp depends on the water, power, and systems you keep running. As CAL FIRE's Water and Sewage Plant Operator, you're the skilled expert behind the scenes, keeping water treatment, boilers, power, and mechanical systems mission ready every single day. If you’re interested in this role, passing the exam is crucial.

The CAL FIRE Water and Sewage Plant Operator examination is officially open! Passing this exam places you on our eligibility list. 🌲

Why CAL FIRE:
✅ Gain eligibility for hire while completing your apprenticeship
✅ Potential for stable employment
✅ Stellar benefits for yourself and your family upon hire

How it works: Take the exam, earn a passing score, and get placed on our eligibility list.

Final application date: July 30, 2026. Take the exam at CalCareers.ca.gov.
Learn more about this career at JoinCALFIRE.com.

07/07/2026

50 Years of Service. Endless Pathways to CAL FIRE. 🌲🔥

For half a century, the California Conservation Corps (CCC) has been a launching pad for CAL FIRE careers. Starting as a corpsmember allows you to arrive to CAL FIRE with real-world experience and the qualifications needed to hit the ground running.

Here is how the CCC builds the bridge to CAL FIRE:

Fire Service: Gain the wildland firefighting experience and certifications needed for the frontlines.

Resource Management: Participate in forestry and fuel reduction to qualify for Resource Management and Forestry roles.

Culinary Arts: Learn high-volume, fast-paced food service to manage mobile kitchen operations during major incidents.

The entry-level careers the CCC’s can help you gain experience towards includes: Fire Fighter I, Forestry Tech, and Cook Specialist I.

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