Carpenter II, Correctional Facility — Skilled Trades Pro

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a permanent, full-time Carpenter II (Correctional Facility) to join the team at Valley State Prison. The role focuses on skilled carpentry work within a correctional facility, performing duties that ensure safe, maintained infrastructure and living environments for staff and inmates.

Final filing date is October 8, 2026. Salary ranges from $5,658 to $6,787 per month, with standard state employment requirements and

Qualifications

• Skilled in the use of hand and power carpentry tools.
• Ability to sketch diagrams and/or create take off lists.
• Be familiar with different lumber grades/building materials.

Skills

Carpentry tools

Sketch diagrams

Takeoff lists

Lumber grades

Building materials

Job description

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a permanent, full-time Carpenter II (Correctional Facility) to join the team at Valley State Prison. The role focuses on skilled carpentry work within a correctional facility, performing duties that ensure safe, maintained infrastructure and living environments for staff and inmates.

Final filing date is October 8, 2026. Salary ranges from $5,658 to $6,787 per month, with standard state employment requirements and