What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE MECHANIC position at California Department of State Hospitals?
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-527566
Position #(s):
480-556-6940-902
480-556-6940-XXX
Working Title:
Maintenance Mechanic (Plant Operations Dept)
Classification:
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
$5,422.00 - $6,499.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
3
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Job Description And Duties
Under direction to perform miscellaneous skilled work in the maintenance, alteration, and repair of buildings and mechanical systems; operate heavy tractors and attachments used in tilling soil, planting, and harvesting, or in building and maintaining levees and unimproved roads and to preform related laboring work; operate trucks and other power equipment; may instruct, lead or supervise inmates, wards, or resident workers; and do other related work.
**This Position is Limited Term for 12 months. This position may be terminated at any time or may become permanent at a later date**
Applications may be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.
You must first obtain eligibility in order to apply for this job vacancy. Obtaining list eligibility is a separate process. You can view the requirements and take the exam for list eligibility by visiting: CalCareers
Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Department Information
Department of State Hospitals
Napa State Hospital
2100 Napa Vallejo Highway
Napa, CA 94558
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.
DSH–Napa is located on a scenic, park-like campus in the heart of Napa Valley, offering a unique work environment that blends public service with wellness, accessibility, and work-life balance. The hospital campus is designed to support employees with convenient, family-friendly, and health-focused amenities, including the following:
Applicant Survey
Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: Recruitment Survey
Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov
Job Code #:
JC-527566
Position #(s):
480-556-6940-902
480-556-6940-XXX
Working Title:
Maintenance Mechanic (Plant Operations Dept)
Classification:
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
$5,422.00 - $6,499.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
3
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Job Description And Duties
Under direction to perform miscellaneous skilled work in the maintenance, alteration, and repair of buildings and mechanical systems; operate heavy tractors and attachments used in tilling soil, planting, and harvesting, or in building and maintaining levees and unimproved roads and to preform related laboring work; operate trucks and other power equipment; may instruct, lead or supervise inmates, wards, or resident workers; and do other related work.
**This Position is Limited Term for 12 months. This position may be terminated at any time or may become permanent at a later date**
Applications may be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.
You must first obtain eligibility in order to apply for this job vacancy. Obtaining list eligibility is a separate process. You can view the requirements and take the exam for list eligibility by visiting: CalCareers
Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Department Information
Department of State Hospitals
Napa State Hospital
2100 Napa Vallejo Highway
Napa, CA 94558
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.
DSH–Napa is located on a scenic, park-like campus in the heart of Napa Valley, offering a unique work environment that blends public service with wellness, accessibility, and work-life balance. The hospital campus is designed to support employees with convenient, family-friendly, and health-focused amenities, including the following:
- On-site childcare services available for eligible employees
- On-site employee exercise facility featuring new and modern fitness equipment
- Expansive, park-like grounds with walking paths and green spaces
- Free on-site parking for staff and visitors
- Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations conveniently located on campus
- Multiple staff break areas and shared spaces across the hospital
- Decompression Room & Lactation Room
- A calm, secure campus environment designed to support employee wellness and safety
Applicant Survey
Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: Recruitment Survey
Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov
Salary : $5,422 - $6,499