Norwalk Center

Corpsmembers with the Placer 1 fire crew cut fire line with hand tools as flames from the Dixie Fire approach in 2021.

Norwalk Corpsmembers complete a range of projects across Southern California and statewide.

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Corpsmembers
Maximum of 55

Phone
559-458-9502
Office Cell

Address
11401 South Bloomfield Avenue
Norwalk, CA 90650

The CCC Norwalk Center is a non-residential facility where Corpsmembers commute to work daily. Schedules vary but crews typically work four 10-hour days Monday through Thursday. Energy crews may also work evening shifts.

The center is located in on the grounds of Metro State Hospital in Norwalk, just east of Interstate 5 in Los Angeles County. Corpsmembers complete projects throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California. Crews may also be dispatched across California, or out-of-state, on emergency assignments.

The Norwalk Center offers training opportunities in energy and other natural resources work. The center regularly partners with local school districts, courts, and State Parks on projects.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

Norwalk Center is located on the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation territories. We encourage you to learn more about the original stewards of these lands. With respect, we acknowledge their lasting impact and ongoing connection to this area.

Corpsmember on the ground picking up fruit, during fruit fly emergency project.

Delta fire crews hike past Pardee Reservoir during their annual readiness drill. They must be able to hike three miles in 45 minutes to pass this portion of the drill and get dispatched to fires statewide.

Train With Us

Get paid to train! The skills and lessons you learn at the Norwalk Center will create a strong foundation for you to launch a meaningful career and transform your life.

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Built Environment

The California Conservation Corps partners with California State Parks, Caltrans, county and city departments, and area non-profits to enhance the built environment. CCC Corpsmembers may complete a variety of projects such as building or maintaining park facilities, installing signage, retrofitting energy systems, creating defensible space, and reducing flood risk in communities.

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Emergency Response

All Corpsmembers respond to emergencies across California and beyond. Assignments can last up to 21 days in a row and Corpsmembers may work up to 16 hours in a day, earning excess pay. Crews support wildfire base camps, protect homes from flooding, remove debris, and more.

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Trails

Serving on natural resource crews, or designated energy crews, Corpsmembers construct and maintain trails for public recreation. Project work varies but may involve clearing brush, rebuilding trail tread, installing rip rap erosion control, constructing bridges or boardwalks, and more.

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Picture Yourself Here

Place yourself in these Corpsmember’s boots and envision life at the Norwalk Center.

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Statewide Emergency Response

Norwalk Corpsmembers assist California Department of Food & Agriculture to remove citrus possibly infected with invasive pests in a quarantine zone in Redlands, CA.

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Flood Fighting

Norwalk Corpsmembers chain sand bags down a levee as part of a flood fighting emergency response in Corcoran, CA.

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Electrical Training

Norwalk Corpsmembers work together to prepare wires as part of EV charger installation training.

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Spikes

Norwalk Corpsmembers may camp closer to project sites, called spikes, in wilderness areas or in hotels when projects are further away than a daily commute.

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Transportation

Corpsmembers must have reliable transportation to center. The nearest public transit station is about a mile away, with a Metrolink stop nearly 1.5 miles from the center.

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Activities

Join Norwalk’s Corpsmember Advisory Board to organize volunteer events, plan recreation trips, and build community.

Find Your Path

Work with CCC career navigators to chart out your path to success. We can help you leverage your training to launch meaningful careers and pursue educational opportunities. Don’t just take our word for it, check out this alum story.

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“The CCC gave me the certifications and the experience I needed to get this career. The program also helped me prepare my resume and interview really well.”

Jonathan Ruiz

Norwalk Alumni | Electrician, Amtrak

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Education Program

At the Norwalk Center, Corpsmembers can finish their high school diploma, explore community college opportunities, and develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in the CCC and beyond.

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Scholarships

Corpsmembers can earn between $2,000 and $4,000 in scholarships during their first year of service with the Brad Duncan Scholarship.

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Ask Us Anything

We know you have questions about center life. Here are some of the common one’s we get. Have more questions? Give us a call!

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When assigned to a spike or emergency, can I park my personal vehicle at the center?

Yes. The center is located in a secured, guarded facility that is patrolled by law enforcement.

Will the Norwalk Center help me get my driver license?

Yes, the center has assisted Corpsmembers in finding resources to earn their drive license.

Are there computers I can use at the center?

Yes, there are four desktop computers available for use in resume construction, job searching, and to complete online courses.

There are also laptop computers available for use courtesy of Cerritos College. These laptops may be checked out by Corpsmembers while they are enrolled.

Computers are available during off-duty hours when the office is open.

Is there a gym at the center?

No, Norwalk Center does not have any gym equipment for use at center.

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