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Pomona Center

Corpsmembers with the Placer 1 fire crew cut fire line with hand tools as flames from the Dixie Fire approach in 2021.
Corpsmembers at the Pomona Center complete a diverse set of projects across Los Angeles County.
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Corpsmembers
Maximum of 94
Phone
909-594-4206
Address
3530 West Pomona Boulevard, Building 3
Pomona, CA 91768
The CCC Pomona Center is a non-residential facility where Corpsmembers commute to the center daily. Schedules vary but crews typically work four 10-hour days Monday through Thursday. Corpsmembers may also camp, or “spike”, near project sites for up to eight days straight.

The center is located in Pomona on the South Campus of Cal Poly Pomona, near Temple Avenue and Highway 57. Corpsmembers complete projects throughout Los Angeles and Orange counties. Crews may also be dispatched across California, or out-of-state, on emergency assignments.

The Pomona Center offers many training opportunities including wildland firefighting, habitat restoration, trails, and other natural resources work. The center regularly partners with CAL FIRE, City of Chino Hills, Orange County Public Works, City of Glendale, and State Parks on projects.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

Pomona is located on the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation territory. 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.
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Pomona Corpsmember Samantha Alarcon watched her step hiking down hill from Strawberry Peak in San Bernardino County.

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Pomona Center

3530 West Pomona Boulevard, Building 3
Pomona, CA 91768
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Get paid to train! The skills and lessons you learn at the Pomona Center will create a strong foundation for you to launch a meaningful career and transform your life.

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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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Habitat Restoration

Pomona Corpsmembers assess habitats, remove invasive vegetation, plant native species, stabilize slopes, or implement additional modifications to enhance natural environments. Corpsmembers may complete this work in forests, rivers, streams, or other sensitive habitats.

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Resource Conservation

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

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Trails

Serving on natural resource 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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Wildland Firefighting

The CCC Pomona Center operates two wildland firefighting hand crews in collaboration with the CAL FIRE San Bernardino unit. Corpsmembers cut fire line, lay hose, and mop up wildland fires. They also reduce wildfire risk by removing vegetation, creating fuel breaks, and participating in prescribed burns. Crews respond to local calls and can be dispatched statewide.

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Picture Yourself Here

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

Trail Work in Los Angeles County

Pomona Corpsmember Alicia Hammond uses a rake to clear away cut brush during a trail clearance project in Topanga State Park.

Improving Access on the Backbone Trail

A Pomona Corpsmember uses a weedwhacker to clear away an overgrown portion of the Backbone Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains.

Pomona Fire Crew Reduces Fire Risk

Corpsmember Samantha Alarcon and her Pomona 1 fire crew cut, buck, and build burn piles in the San Bernardino National Forest during a fuel reduction project.

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Spikes

Pomona Corpsmembers often camp closer to project sites, called spikes, in wilderness areas or when projects take place outside of a reasonable commute.

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Transportation

Corpsmembers must have reliable transportation to center. The nearest transit station is about two-thirds of a mile from the center by foot.

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Activities

Join Pomona’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 work was demanding but also incredibly rewarding. The CCC experience has prepared me with a solid foundation in technical skills, safety practices, and teamwork, all of which are valuable assets as I step into the role of a Caltrans Electrical Technician.”
Jose Ramirez

Pomona Alum | Electrical Technician, Caltrans

Education Program

At the Pomona 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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We know you have questions about center life. Here are some of the common questions we get. Have more questions? Connect with us!

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

Yes, the Pomona Center has ample parking to leave your personal vehicle. The facility is guarded and patrolled by security, but Corpsmembers still are liable for any damage or theft.
Are there computers I can use at the center?
The center has 15 desktop computers and 15 laptops available for Corpsmember use. Corpsmembers may use them to build their resumes, search for jobs, and complete online courses.

Corpsmembers must get permission to use or borrow a laptop if the computer lab is closed. If staff are available, the lab remains open. The lab is open 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays, and 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Does the center have a gym I can use?

Yes, the Pomona Center does have a gym for Corpsmember use during all off-duty hours. However, staff must be present at all times, open the gym, and Corpsmembers must review basic gym safety and etiquette.

When can I join the center’s fire crew?

Corpsmembers interested in wildland firefighting must wait for training opportunities before they can be placed on the fire crew. Corpsmembers must meet the physical requirements and complete all necessary certifications as part of the training.

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