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Felon Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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$65.7K

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How much do felon jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for felon in California is $65,664.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,300.00 and $79,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a felon?

A felon is a person who has been convicted of a felony, which is a serious crime typically punishable by more than one year in prison. Felonies can include offenses such as burglary, assault, drug trafficking, or murder. Being classified as a felon can have long-term legal and social consequences, including restrictions on voting rights, firearm ownership, and employment opportunities. Rehabilitation and reintegration programs are available to help felons re-enter society and lead productive lives.

What is the difference between Felon vs Security Guard?

AspectFelonSecurity Guard
Required CredentialsNone or criminal recordLicense, training, background check
Work EnvironmentVaries, often informal or illegal activitiesCommercial, residential, or event security
Employer & Industry UsageIllegal activities, sometimes used as a term for convicted individualsLegal profession, security companies, private clients
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding criminal background implicationsJob requirements, licensing, career options

While a felon refers to an individual with a criminal record, a security guard is a licensed professional responsible for protecting property and people. The two terms are often compared to understand employment restrictions or legal considerations for individuals with criminal backgrounds seeking security roles.

What are popular job titles related to Felon jobs in California?

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Infographic showing various Felon job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $65,664 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Tire Unloader / Immediate Hire

A2Z Workforce Solutions

Union City, CA • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Description:

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Alvarado Niles and Western Ave

Pay Rate: Day Shift $20.00 per hour

Shifts: Monday - Saturday, 4am - until finished (Possible 12 hour days (OT is mandatory)


A2Z Workforce Solutions is actively seeking bilingual (English/Spanish) lumpers for a large, busy tire warehouse in Union City. This is a physical role with mandatory overtime opportunities. Punctuality and reliability are must-haves for this position.

In this role, you will:

  • Load and unload tires manually
  • Unload 1,000 tires manually daily, within a certain time frame
  • Order picking / order selecting
  • Attendance and punctuality are VITAL
  • Contribute to safety culture, obey all safety policies and operating procedures
  • Ability to repetitively lift- up to 80 pounds
  • Work on feet for extended periods of time

Requirements:

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A
  • Must pass a background check (not felon friendly)
  • Must pass a 10 panel drug screen
  • Must be able to lift, pivot, turn & move up to 80-pound tires throughout your shift
  • Must be able to report to your shift on time and work the entire shift
  • Must have steel toed boots or steel toed shoes
  • Must be able to work flexible shifts (overtime is mandatory when necessary)
  • Must be bilingual
  • Must be able to be at work each day you are schedule and be on time