CARPENTER II (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

Job Description and Duties

This advertisement is for a Carpenter II, CF, position located at Pelican Bay State Prison in Crescent City, Del Norte County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 394-216-6474-xxx.

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• Operate power tools and hand tools to construct, repair, and maintain structures and equipment.
• Measure, cut, and assemble wood, metal, and other materials according to specifications.
• Install and repair doors, windows, and other building components.
• Perform basic carpentry tasks such as framing, drywall installation, and painting.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.

Working Conditions

Pelican Bay State Prison is located in Crescent City. Situated in the northwest corner of California along the Pacific coast, this thriving community is famous for some of the world’s most beautiful coastline. Cool ocean mists nurture the giant Redwoods in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. The crystal clear Smith River is one of California’s largest wild river systems. The majestic Redwood forests, local beaches, river rafting, miles of hiking and wonderful places to fish are all easily accessible. Youth engagement is encouraged through events and organizations such as the county fair and 4-H. Del Norte County is uncrowded and unspoiled.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details
Department Information
CDCR and 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.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.

Special Requirements

Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

Department Information

CDCR and 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.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Jacquelyn Phillips
(707) 465-9119
PBSPHiring.Recruitment@cdcr.ca.gov

EEO Contact

EEO Coordinator
(707) 465-9006
jason.schrag@cdcr.ca.gov