Skilled Laborer
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
To be considered, please apply through your Cal Careers account at to JC- 502570 by the Final date to receive applications of 1/1/2026.
This position is based near historic Folsom—close to restaurants, shops, scenic walking trails, and with free parking! This position is not located within a prison facility.
Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.
As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
- At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
- 11 paid holidays
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
- CalPERS retirement benefits
Start your CAREER with purpose – make a difference while enjoying great benefits and a work-life balance! The Skilled Laborer performs assigned business service activities for California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA), primarily for the Camp 12 property. In addition, the incumbent has regular, direct responsibility for work supervision, on-the-job training, and work performance evaluation of at least two incarcerated individuals who substantially replace civil service employees for a total of at least 173 hours per pay period.
Employees will have regular and substantial contact with persons incarcerated in California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation institution and/or medical facilities.
Interested? Apply at to JC- 502570 by the application's final filing date of 1/1/2026
Steps to Apply -
Desirable Qualifications are not required but are listed to demonstrate what experience/education would make the selected candidate most successful in this position. If you have this education/experience, you are encouraged to include this information in your application.
- Experience in maintenance and repair
- Experience with hand and power tools
- Computer experience:
Maintenance & Repair software applications, Microsoft word and work order system software - Experience in Performing preventive maintenance:
Experience in calibrations, installation, repair and/or replace various pieces of equipment - Knowledge and experience in diagnosis, repair and replacement of equipment
- Customer service experience
- Experience with scheduling and work orders
Ability to follow written and verbal directions - Work as a team with coworkers
- State civil service experience
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