Exam Bulletin - Aviation Officer II (Maintenance) (6882)

Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

Exam Code: EX-2874

Examination Plans Included:

  • AVIATION OFFICER II (MAINTENANCE) - Open

Final Filing Date: 10/14/2024

Bulletin Updates

  • Any editable section on the Exam Bulletin has been updated.

Classification Details

AVIATION OFFICER II (MAINTENANCE): $7,589.00 - $9,835.00 per Month

View the AVIATION OFFICER II (MAINTENANCE) classification specification.

Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 10/14/2024.

Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) must be received or postmarked by the filing date indicated above. Applications postmarked, personally delivered or received via interoffice mail after the filing date will not be accepted.

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

If using the United States Postal Service (USPS) for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be postmarked and arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark and arrives after the final filing date, your application may not be accepted into the examination. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof the application was sent prior to the final filing date.

Who Should Apply:

The information below will help you determine which classification(s) is(are) appropriate for you. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated on this bulletin to compete in this examination.

Open and Open, Non-Promotional Examination(s):

  • AVIATION OFFICER II (MAINTENANCE) - Open

All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements by the final filing date of October 14, 2024, unless otherwise noted.

  • Once you have participated in this examination, you may not test again for six (6) months.
  • Applicants who have not passed probation in this classification are encouraged to apply.

How To Apply:

Submit an Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) to apply for this examination.

Electronic applications can be submitted through your account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

You may apply by mail to:

  • Department of Forestry & Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
    Attention: Examination Unit
    710 Riverpoint Ct.
    West Sacramento, CA 95605

Indicate the Examination Code and Classification(s) on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678).

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

  • Department of Forestry & Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
    Attention: Examination Unit
    710 Riverpoint Ct.
    West Sacramento, CA 95605
    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Indicate the Examination Code and Classification(s) on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678). All applicants must provide proof of identification. Accepted forms of identification are: 1) a photo identification card or 2) two forms of signed identification.

Please note the following:

1.) A State Application (STD 678) is REQUIRED and must be submitted.

2.) A copy of your Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) rating is REQURIED and must be submitted. 

3.) All applicants must include "from" and "to" employment dates (month/day/year), time base, and applicable civil service class titles on their STD 678. 
Applications received without this information may be rejected.


APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL WILL 
NOT BE ACCEPTED.

The following items must be submitted with your Examination/Employment Application form. Failure to submit these items may result in rejection of your application.

  • Other - Copy of your valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating is REQUIRED and must be submitted.

Special Testing Arrangements:

If you require assistance or alternative testing arrangements due to a disability, indicate on your application that you need reasonable accommodation. You will be contacted by a representative of the testing department to make the necessary arrangements. If you have not been contacted by the time you receive notification of testing, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

If you are unable to submit your application or complete the test due to a disability, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this exam bulletin to be accepted to the examination.

00106882 - AVIATION OFFICER II (MAINTENANCE)

Possession of a valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating, AND

 

EITHER I

One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of an Aviation Officer I (Maintenance). (Applicants who have completed six months of service performing the duties of an Aviation Officer I (Maintenance) will be admitted to the examination, but they must satisfactorily complete one year of this experience before they can be eligible for appointment.)

OR II

Three years of experience performing the duties of an A&P mechanic.

Position Description

00106882 - AVIATION OFFICER II (MAINTENANCE)

DEFINITION

Incumbents at this level provide guidance and direction to department staff and contractors in all phases of maintenance, modification, and care of State-owned and contracted aircraft, direct the overhaul and repair of aircraft, engines, and components for State-owned or contracted aircraft; conduct inspections of State-owned or contracted aircraft; and do other related work. Work described may be accomplished at both central maintenance facilities and remote operational locations; and will participate in or provide technical support for aviation accident investigations.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid driver license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Examination Information

This examination consists of the following component(s):

Component OrderComponent TypeComponent DuePercentage of Final Score
1InterviewN/A100%

A final score of 70% must be attained to be placed on the eligible list.

STRUCTURED INTERVIEW (QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL PANEL) - WEIGHTED 100%

 

In this type of examination candidates will be asked pre-determined, job-related questions by a two or three-person panel and rated against pre-determined benchmarks.  Candidates will be provided with scratch paper and a pencil.


It is anticipated examination interviews will be held in November/December 2024.



CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT APPEAR FOR THE STRUCTURED INTERVIEW EXAMINATION WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. 

In addition to evaluating the applicant's relative knowledge, skill and ability as demonstrated by quality and breadth of education/experience, emphasis in each test component will be on measuring competitively, relative to job demands, each applicant's:

Knowledge of:

 

  1. Practical application of aircraft maintenance practices and procedures to provide guidance in maintaining State-operated aircraft.
  2. Federal Aviation Administration and other regulations governing aircraft operation and maintenance (e.g., Part 135 operators, United States Forest Service, Department of the Interior, Military) to effectively maintain aircraft.
  3. Necessary qualifications (e.g., airframe and powerplant certificate [A&P]) to enhance knowledge and skills in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
  4. Research and application of approved technical data (e.g., aircraft maintenance publications, diagrams, drawings) to ensure effectiveness of Program.
  5. Aircraft operations to ensure proper maintenance procedures are followed.
  6. Department policies and procedures governing aircraft operation and maintenance to effectively maintain aircraft.
  7. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and procedures to ensure employees are protected from discrimination in the workplace.
  8. The Department’s safety procedures and programs (e.g., Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Violence in the Workplace, Workers’ Compensation Program, California Occupational Safety Health Administration [CAL/OSHA]) to achieve workplace safety.
  9. Department Code of Conduct to professionally represent the Department.
  10. Proper grammar (e.g., spelling, punctuation, sentence structure) to ensure that written materials are complete, concise, and error-free.
  11. Training requirements to ensure readiness of maintenance personnel.
  12. Potential work hazards (e.g., ladders, propellers, wing walks) encountered during performance of duties for personal and personnel safety.
  13. Parts certification requirements to ensure Department compliance with industry standards.
  14. Aircraft accident investigation procedures to participate in aircraft accident investigations for the Department or allied agencies.
  15. Interagency relationships (e.g., Federal, State, county, city governments) to ensure harmonious working relations.
  16. Training techniques (e.g., classroom and online instruction, on-the-job training) and resources to ensure readiness of maintenance personnel.

Skill to:

 

  1. Communicate effectively with personnel at the technical level required to perform the duties of the job.
  2. Operate information technology devices (e.g., smartphones, computers, tablets) for correspondence, effective job performance, and communication.
  3. Read, write, speak, and understand English to effectively apply Federal and inter-agency regulations, Department policies, and other publications in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations.
  4. Operate basic office equipment (e.g., fax machine, copier, scanner, computer) to perform the duties of the job.
  5. Operate computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Aviation Information Management System [AIMS], Aviation Management Unit system) to electronically compile and analyze data, produce reports, and manage operations.
  6. Operate digital camera equipment to support aviation activities (e.g., accidents investigation, inspections).

Ability to:

 

  1. Read, write, and understand English to communicate effectively.
  2. Think and act independently, in the absence of supervision, to respond in a timely manner to the needs of the Department.
  3. Follow oral and written directions for an effective job performance.
  4. Schedule required maintenance on State-operated aircraft to ensure operational readiness.
  5. Plan, organize, and direct the work of others in maintenance of State-operated aircraft to ensure operational readiness.
  6. Manage time to effectively perform the duties of the job.
  7. Coordinate multiple personnel and activities to ensure effective operation of Program.
  8. Work independently with minimal supervision for an effective job performance.
  9. Analyze situations and recommend an effective course of action for fire suppression and effective job performance in accordance with the Department’s mission. 

  10. Operate electronic communication devices (e.g., smartphone, tablet, computer) to communicate effectively in a timely manner. 

  11. Work with diverse groups of individuals with varying levels of education and skills to accomplish daily tasks. 

  12. Prioritize multiple projects and deadlines to maintain operational readiness. 

  13. Maintain positive relationships with cooperating agencies to promote a cohesive and productive work environment. 

  14. Identify facility deficiencies (e.g., safety report, operational hazard report) for necessary improvements to maintain effective operations. 

  15. Read and understand reference manuals, training materials, data, and correspondence to acquire knowledge essential to the performance of the job. 

  16. Compose technical reports (e.g., standard inspection activity, investigation) to accurately report and summarize findings. 

  17. Interpret and extrapolate information from technical data (e.g., graphs, tables, charts, specifications, manuals, drawings) for maintaining State-operated and contracted aircraft. 

  18. Provide technical guidance to maintenance personnel to ensure airworthiness of State-operated or contracted aircraft. 

  19. Use technical vernacular to properly communicate with maintenance personnel and cooperative agencies. 

  20. Maintain positive stakeholder relationships to enable a cohesive working environment. 

  21. Prepare accurate, clear, and concise reports and correspondence for effective job performance. 

  22. Speak in public to effectively communicate Program needs.

Eligible List Information

A Departmental Open eligible list for the AVIATION OFFICER II (MAINTENANCE) Classification will be established for:

  • Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

The list(s) will be abolished 12 months after being established, unless the needs of the State and conditions of the list(s) warrant a change in this period.

Resulting Eligibility List(s) will be used to fill vacancies in

    PLEASE NOTE: All candidates that wish to have list eligibility in this classification MUST apply to take the examination. 

     

    Veterans' Preference will be granted for this examination. Veterans' Preference is an assistance program for veterans, veteran widows and widowers, and spouses of 100% disabled veterans who seek employment with the state. Veterans' Preference is also extended to currently serving military members nearing their retirement or separation date.

    You are not eligible for Veteran's Preference if you are:

    • A veteran who has been dishonorably discharged or released.
    • A veteran, widow or widower of a veteran, or spouse of a 100 percent disabled veteran who currently has permanent civil service status. (Permanent civil service status is the status of an employee who is lawfully retained in his/her position after completion of the applicable probationary period. This does not include limited term).

    Veterans' Preference is codified in Government Code Sections 18973 – 18979.

    Veteran status is verified by the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Directions to apply for Veterans' Preference are on the Veterans' Preference Application (Std. Form 1093), which is available at www.CalCareers.ca.gov, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

    Career Credits are not granted for examination(s) administered on an Open basis or a Promotional basis.

    Testing Departments

    • Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

    Contact Information

    Questions regarding this examination should be directed to:

    CAL FIRE Examination Unit
    710 Riverpoint Ct.
    West Sacramento, CA 95605
    Phone: (916) 894-9580
    CALFIREexams@fire.ca.gov

    CAL FIRE Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
    710 Riverpoint Ct.
    West Sacramento, CA 95605
    Phone: (916) 894-9570 ext. Option 3
    ReasonableAccommodations@fire.ca.gov

    California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice). TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The State of California 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.

    Drug Free Statement

    It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free State work place. Any applicant for State employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective, because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing civil service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

    General Information

    Examination and/or Employment Application (STD 678) forms are available at the California Department of Human Resources, local offices of the Employment Development Department, and through your CalCareer Account (www.CalCareers.ca.gov).

    If you meet the requirements stated on this examination bulletin, you may take this examination, which is competitive. Possession of the entrance requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination described in this bulletin will be rated against a predetermined job-related rating, and all applicants who pass will be ranked according to their scores.

    Department of Forestry & Fire Protection reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service laws and rules and all applicants will be notified.

    General Qualifications: Applicants must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and a state of health consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. A medical examination may be required. In open examinations, investigation may be made of employment records and personal history and fingerprinting may be required.

    Eligible Lists: Eligible lists established by competitive examination, regardless of date, must be used in the following order: 1) sub-divisional promotional, 2) departmental promotional, 3) multi-departmental promotional, 4) service-wide promotional, 5) departmental open, 6) open. When there are two lists of the same kind, the older must be used first. Eligible lists will expire in one to four years unless otherwise stated on the bulletin.

    High School Equivalence: Equivalence to completion of the 12th grade may be demonstrated in any one of the following ways: 1) passing the General Education Development (GED) Test; 2) completion of 12 semester units of college-level work; 3) certification from the State Department of Education, a local school board, or high school authorities that the competitor is considered to have education equivalent to graduation from high school; or 4) for clerical and accounting classes, substitution of business college work in place of high school on a year-for-year basis.

    Accepted applicants must provide proof of identification at each in-person test session. Acceptable identification consists of a photo identification card or two forms of signed identification.

    Application Methods:
    Electronic (Your CalCareer Account)
    By Mail
    In Person (see bulletin for details)
    Alternate Application Process

    While we recommend that you utilize your CalCareer Account to take advantage of all the tools available, you may choose to apply for this examination without using your account. In this case, print and complete the Exam Application Package Checklist and include it if you submit a hard copy application.

    Exam Application Package Checklist

    Blank Application Form (STD678)

    Accommodation Request (STD679)