Heavy Truck Driver; Correctional Facility

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JC-533437 - Heavy Truck Driver (CF) - Food Services

HEAVY TRUCK DRIVER (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

$4,993.00 - $5,970.00 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

Under the direction of the Correctional Food Manager (CFM) and the indirect supervision of the Assistant Correctional Food Manager (ACFM) and Supervising Correctional Cook (SCC), the Heavy Truck Driver is responsible for daily food deliveries between the Support Warehouse, Central Kitchen and the Satellite Kitchens as instructed. Will adhere to Food Service operations and all general policies and procedures. Coordinate with Custody, Correctional Supervising Cook (CSC) assigned to Storeroom and Distribution.

The Heavy Truck Driver will operate the necessary vehicles to facilitate the smooth pick-up and delivery of food service products, equipment and/or as required/directed. Know to compartmentalize materials; example not mixing food and chemicals on the same delivery, etc. Ensure Incarcerated people are trained accordingly when assisting with loading/unloading of the food transport vehicle. Secure vehicle when not present and supervise the dock according to policy/procedures.

Search incarcerated people and work areas on a daily basis for contraband. Always monitor the loading/unloading of vehicles. Monitor Central Kitchen stock daily to ensure safe and proper storage methods and inspect for pilferage. Staff may be required to perform other duties as deemed necessary for essential institutional operations.

Please see attached duty statement for full details.

This is a 12 month Limited Term position that may be extended to 24 months, with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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Centinela State Prison is located in Imperial, CA.

Centinela State Prison

2302 Brown Road

Imperial, CA 92251

CDCR website:

Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HEAVY TRUCK DRIVER (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

$4,993.00 - $5,970.00

HEAVY TRUCK DRIVER (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) $4,993.00 - $5,970.00 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:

Imperial County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term
- Full Time

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitive and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitive, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

Commitment

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships.

Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.

CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community…