MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

California Medical Facility in Vacaville, CA, is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic (Correctional Facility) to inspect, maintain and repair buildings and mechanical systems under supervision.

The role requires performing minor electrical maintenance, enforcing safety, and supervising inmates during activities while protecting state property. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and complete the online exam.

Qualifications

• Inspections, maintenance and repair of buildings and mechanical systems.
• Minor electrical maintenance and repair work.
• Supervise inmates and maintain security of work areas.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair buildings and mechanical systems.
• Perform minor electrical maintenance and repair work.
• Supervise inmates and ensure safety of staff and property.

Skills

Building maintenance

Mechanical systems

Electrical maintenance

Supervising inmates

Job description

Job Title

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

Employer

California Medical Facility

Job ID

JC-531239

Salary

$5,949.00 - $7,136.00 per Month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Contract / Hours

Permanent, Full Time

Work Location

In Office

Telework

In Office

Final Filing Date

9/15/2026

Description

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Building Trades, CF, the Maintenance Mechanic, CF is responsible for the inspections, maintenance and repair of buildings and mechanical systems. Performs minor electrical maintenance and repair work. Maintains order and supervises the conduct of inmates, prevents escapes and injury to themselves, others, or to state property. Maintains security of working areas and work materials, inspects premises and searches inmates for contraband such as weapons or illegal drugs. Inmates will be supervised by staff at all times including movement to and from work areas.

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CDCR are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.

The advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

Desirable Qualifications

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Examination Information

To apply for the Maintenance Mechanic position(s) as a list candidate, you must first take the online Maintenance Mechanic exam.

Additional Application Information

• Exact Dates: Provide "to" and "from" dates using the month/day/year format.
• Weekly Hours: List the exact number of hours worked per week for each role.
• Total Worked: Years and months worked.
• Official Titles: State official civil service classifications or exact private sector job titles.
• Supervisor Info: Include the name and phone number of your supervisor for each position.
• Company/State Agency Name
• Address: Write the address that was listed when you worked there, if no longer in business.
• Detailed Duties: Write out the specific duties you performed in each job.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Patdy Saechao
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

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.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free 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.

Working Conditions

California Medical Facility (CMF), located in a unique spot in Vacaville, CA. Unique as in being surrounded by many areas for family fun, exercise, touristy adventures and more. Approximately 35 miles east of downtown Sacramento, approximately 53 miles west of Pier 39 in San Francisco, and if you want to meet in the middle you can swing by Napa which is approximately 30 miles west.Also located nearby are the Vacaville Outlets for all your shopping needs.

**The parking lot has plenty of room and free parking for all**

Department Information

Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative 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, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

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.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.

CDCR/CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.

CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.

Location and Position Number

This advertisement is for Maintenance Mechanic positions located at California Medical Facility in Vacaville, Solano County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 076-216-6941-XXX

Communication

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid mail address on your application.

Who May Apply

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