Helicopter Flight Examiner – California

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

JC-533448 –

JC-533448 – Rotary Wing Flight Examiner FORESTRY FIRE PILOT

$7,948.00 – $10,488.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/9/2026

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

Please note:

Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.

Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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Minimum Requirements are listed in the Class Specification.

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-533448

Position #(s):

-002

Working Title:

Rotary Wing Flight Examiner

Classification: FORESTRY FIRE PILOT $7,948.00 – $10,488.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location:

In Office

Telework:
In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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 14,000 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 opportunities. CAL FIRE offers well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement. We hope that you will consider a rewarding and challenging career with CAL FIRE!

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• Must possess all certifications defined in the Forestry Fire Pilot Classification Specification.
• Must possess valid Driver License of the appropriate class, issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possession of a valid and current Class II Airman’s Medical Certificate issued by an FAA authorized medical examiner.
• Possession of a valid Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Commercial Airman Certificate with rotorcraft-helicopter rating or a valid FAA Airline Transport Pilot’s Certificate with a rotorcraft- helicopter rating.

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…