JC-538674 Maintenance Mechanic
- California Highway Patrol
- Woodland, CA, USA
- Nov 13, 2026
Job Description
This posting states its location as Yolo County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Building Trades, the Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of skilled maintenance, repair, alteration, and construction duties in support of the California Highway Patrol Academy facilities and infrastructure. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing building systems and equipment, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general facility maintenance. Incumbents operate hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment; respond to maintenance work orders; and assist with facility improvement projects to ensure a safe, functional, and professional environment throughout the California Highway Patrol Academy.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee will work both indoors and outdoors. While indoors, the temperature and humidity are reasonably controlled. However, while outdoors, the employee is exposed to climate conditions.
Qualifications
Special Requirements:
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for California Highway Patrol is Martin Rivera.
Qualifications
State
Immediate Fill
Job Reference
There is a reason the California Highway Patrol is regarded as one of the top law enforcement agencies in the nation. At the California Highway Patrol we set a very high standard. Our job is critical and we take an oath to stand for something bigger than ourselves – to provide safety, service and security to all the citizens and visitors of our state. It is this same courage and honor of duty we seek from new recruits.
We are husbands, mothers, daughters, athletes, military… But there is one thing we all have in common – we make a difference. We strive to be the best. The average career just won’t do. We are made for more – we are CHP. Now you can be too.
CHP is embarking on a mission to fill 1,000 officer positions by hiring qualified individuals from California’s diverse communities. Opportunity awaits by becoming one of the CHP 1000.
The California Highway Patrol offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization. We remain competitive and current with training and technology, keeping the citizens of California safe. We have many employment opportunities, and we invite you to look into the California Highway Patrol for your future. The Department provides an excellent salary, full medical benefits, and a defined benefits retirement program.
By joining the CHP, you will have a chance to make a dramatic difference every day. In this career, it is never the same day twice. A career with the CHP will give you more than you ever thought possible. More purpose. More opportunity. More satisfaction. Apply today to join the CHP 1000.