Skilled Laborer

To be considered, please apply through your CalCareers account at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 502570 by the application deadline of 1/1/2026.

This position is based near historic Folsom—close to restaurants, shops, scenic walking trails, and with free parking! Please note: 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 www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 502570 by the application's final filing date of 1/1/2026

Steps to Apply - 

1. Create a CalCareers account - www.calcareers.ca.gov 
2. Create a state application template - be detailed! 
3. Apply for the job! (Apply before the application deadline) 
4. Apply for the exam (You can apply first, then take the exam!)

Desirable Qualifications