Job Posting: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

CA Conservation Corps

JC-530928
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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

$5,422.00 - $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.

Final Filing Date: 9/17/2026

Job Description and Duties

This position may be extended or become permanent.

Are you looking for a meaningful hands-on career where your technical and trades expertise directly impact your community and shape future leaders?

The California Conservation Corps (CCC) is seeking a dynamic, resourceful, and community-minded professional to join our team as a Maintenance Mechanic for our brand-new, state-of-the-art Greenwood Residential Center! This is a unique, ground-floor opportunity to be part of the foundational team opening a brand-new facility from scratch, allowing you to establish new maintenance shops, set up facility safety protocols, and build a vibrant center culture from day one.

In this pivotal role, you aren’t just troubleshooting equipment, you are an essential pillar of support for our core mission. Under the general direction of the Administrative Officer at the Greenwood Center, you will diagnose and repair complex building systems, draft project scopes of work, and manage our center's vehicle fleet. Most importantly, you will work closely with a diverse group of young adults (our Corpsmembers), providing a unique opportunity to act as a professional mentor, teaching valuable hands-on trade skills, assigning daily tasks, and helping them develop the technical and professional skills they need to succeed in their future careers.

If you are a collaborative team player with strong multi-craft technical aptitude, a sharp eye for facilities and fleet administration, and a genuine passion for youth development and community service, we want you on our founding Greenwood team!

Review the Eligibility Information section below to find a link to the Maintenance Mechanic exam and to learn more about the methods of eligibility.
 

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The selected incumbent will enjoy working in a beautiful, park-like setting surrounded by mature trees, fresh air, and regular sightings of local wildlife, offering a peaceful and scenic backdrop to your workday. This position is located at a fully in-person residential center, requiring the incumbent to work on-site five days a week to effectively support our staff and corpsmembers. To help you balance your professional and personal life, the center offers flexible start and end times, which will be discussed and finalized upon a formal job offer. Candidates must be comfortable working in a dynamic, high-activity office environment that includes frequent interactions with young adults, daily computer use, and movement across a multi-building facility.

This position reports to the Greenwood Center located at 4411 Highway 193, Greenwood, CA 95636. Check out the CCC Greenwood Center on our website to learn more information about this location.


Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-530928
Position #(s):
533-660-6940-XXX
Working Title:
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Classification:
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
$5,422.00 - $6,499.00 A
$5,949.00 - $7,136.00 B
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:
El Dorado County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

  • Do you want to make a positive, significant difference in the lives of citizens in communities throughout California?
  • Do you want to directly improve the lives of citizens in the State of California through the implementation of vital environmental restoration projects?

 

Then the California Conservation Corps (CCC) has the job for you!

The CCC is a dynamic organization committed to developing young adults by challenging them to complete a year of public service and conservation-related work. Employees of the CCC are leaders who inspire, educate and challenge young people to further their educational and professional goals.

If you are looking to work for a state department that demands excellence, inspires staff to do their best and protects and enhances the state’s environment, we invite you to apply for a position with the California Conservation Corps, the finest youth Environmental Restoration, Education, Workforce Development program in the world.

 

Career Consultation
California Conservation Corps is excited to take part in the first agency-wide collaborative physical career center. The career center is located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento in the brand new CNRA headquarters building. Services provided include one-on-one career consultations, application/resume review, career guidance, mock interviews, and tips for applying. 

Days: Open every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (except state holidays)

Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Address: Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Department Website: http://www.ccc.ca.gov

Special Requirements

This position is classified as “In Office” and is not eligible for telework.

Medical Exam – a medical clearance examination is required for this classification.

Incumbent must possess a valid California State Driver’s License to be able to drive state vehicles.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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.

Final Filing Date: 9/17/2026

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.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA Conservation Corps
CA Conservation Corps (post)
Attn: Hiring Desk
1719 24th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA Conservation Corps
CA Conservation Corps (post)
Hiring Desk
1719 24th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • 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.
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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

We are seeking a proactive, solution-oriented professional who brings a powerful mix of multi-craft technical skill, organizational competence, and leadership to our team. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and expertise for success:

* Large-Scale Facility Technical Know-How: Comprehensive, practical knowledge of multi-craft trades needed to maintain a large residential center, including complex industrial/commercial HVAC systems, commercial kitchen equipment, large-scale laundry appliances, and commercial plumbing, fleet vehicles, sewer, and electrical systems.

* Mentorship Mindset: A genuine passion for youth development, patient instruction, and mentoring young adults from diverse backgrounds while teaching them hands-on trade skills.

* Resourceful Problem-Solver: Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot complex building and equipment failures independently and implement safe, long-lasting repairs.

* Foundational Initiative: Self-motivated, highly organized, and adaptable, with the drive to set up safety protocols, and maintenance procedures.

* Clear Communicator: Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with center management, and direct external contractors and service providers.

* Safety & Compliance-Conscious: A sharp eye for detail regarding preventative maintenance schedules, Cal/OSHA safety standards, compliance documentation, and emergency readiness.

* Collaborative & Inclusive: Committed to fostering a diverse, supportive, and equitable environment that values different perspectives, cultures, and experiences.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! Some benefits include:
  • Health & Dental Benefits
  • Earn Vacation and Sick Leave/Annual Leave
  • Salary defined by State of California – no need to negotiate
  • CalPERS Retirement Options once vested, Savings Plus Investment Options
  • Free easy Parking
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://www.ccc.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Hiring Desk
(916) 341-3221
Careers@ccc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Dean Janssen
(530) 488-0902
Dean.Janssen@ccc.ca.gov

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.

EEO Contact:
Karen Chesmore
(916) 341-3196
EEO@ccc.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.

Eligibility Information

  1. List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service Maintenance Mechanic exam to be placed on the applicable eligibility list. Please refer to the exam bulletin for more detailed information.

  2. Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

  3. Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above.

  4. Training & Development (T&D) Assignment – State employees in a permanent appointment, and no longer on probation, may be considered for a T&D assignment.

Resources

Salary Information
Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction.

Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP)
CCC encourages people with disabilities to apply for jobs with us. The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) can help people with disabilities get jobs with the State of California. It is an alternative to the regular civil service exam for a job. Using LEAP is optional. Learn more about LEAP and find available exams on CalHR's LEAP page.

Veterans' Preference
Veterans’ Preference is an assistance program for military benefits who seek employment with the state. Preference can be applied to a veteran’s eligibility for qualifying open and open, non-promotional examinations. To learn more about Veterans’ Preference visit CalHR’s Veteran’s Preference page.

Non Electronic Submissions
If applying by postal mail or in-person drop off, please indicate RPA #26-0046 / JC-530928 in the job title section of your State application.

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.

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