Greater Valley Conservation Corps

Greater Valley Conservation Corps The Greater Valley Conservation Corps helps youth with academic instruction and green job training. We also offer recycling and natural resource services.

In 2000, Greater Valley Conservation Corps (GVCC), formally known as the San Joaquin Regional Conservation Corps, became a certified local corps. GVCC is unique to this group because they are the only recognized conservation corps that is operated by a County Office of Education, the San Joaquin County Office of Education). GVCC currently provides 18 to 26 youth members with education, training, a

nd employment in the fields of recycling and natural resources. GVCC recycling and natural resource divisions serve businesses, schools, special events, non-profits, municipalities, public works departments, and cities throughout San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Calaveras, Amador, and Tuolumne counties. In the natural resource division corpsmembers work on projects involving environmental conservation, ecological restoration, landscaping projects, and public land beautification. In the recycling division corpsmembers receive paid environmental education on work projects such as E-waste events, used oil outreach programs, beverage container recycling, and illegally dumped tire collections. In addition to these services, the GVCC City Action Team also provides Stockton with litter abatement services and graffiti removal. SJCOE provides educational leadership, resources, and services to San Joaquin County schools. With its highly regarded programs, innovative staff, and community partnerships, it ensures that every student has the opportunity of a quality education. We welcome your comments on the Greater Valley Conservation Corps page, but please keep it civil. We will remove inappropriate comments. These include comments that share confidential information, use vulgar language, attack individuals, advocate illegal activity, or violate the law or SJCOE policy.

06/05/2026

Here is more of a day in the life of a natural resource crew at GVCC!

06/05/2026

Here at the Greater Valley Conservation Corps, we do a little bit of everything! Follow along with one of our natural resource ( NR ) crews and get a sneak peak of what is done in a day in the life as they install a wooden fence, weed-whack, trim, mow, repair , and more.

This week, GVCC Division Director Nick and Corps to Career Liaison Stephanie joined the San Joaquin County Office of Ed...
05/29/2026

This week, GVCC Division Director Nick and Corps to Career Liaison Stephanie joined the San Joaquin County Office of Education on an Industry tour of the Port of Stockton. What a cool experience it was to see the impact the port has, not just in our region, but globally!

Join the Corps!
05/09/2026

Join the Corps!

Join the Corps! Build job skills, earn certifications, and gain hands-on experience with Greater Valley Conservation Corps!

Open positions in Stockton and Sonora are available now for young adults ages 18–26.

đź”— Apply today: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2120236

This week, our corpsmembers, alongside GVCC staff, completed their first CPR and First Aid training for both adults as w...
04/23/2026

This week, our corpsmembers, alongside GVCC staff, completed their first CPR and First Aid training for both adults as well as infants. The training focused on staying alert and prepared to respond quickly in emergencies, skills that can truly make a life-saving difference!

04/23/2026

Back again with Phill, this time, alongside the introduction of his crew, worked hard installing a pre water line at BFA for the upcoming portables. The team dug an 18-inch trench along the back of the building to ensure the water line is installed safely and efficiently.

The Greater Valley Conservation Corps is proud to announce that on Friday, 3 GVCC Corpsmember’s graduated from GRID Alte...
04/20/2026

The Greater Valley Conservation Corps is proud to announce that on Friday, 3 GVCC Corpsmember’s graduated from GRID Alternatives Solar IBT vocational training.
This full time 5 week training program allowed our members to receive industry recognized certifications along with classroom and on the Job Training installing solar panels on residential roofs. This training program will allow our members to pursue careers in the Solar Industry! We are incredibly proud of our Corpsmembers and can’t wait to see what is next for each of them!

Our GVCC Corps leader Byron alongside his team have been working in Merced County, planting native species like Nassella...
04/17/2026

Our GVCC Corps leader Byron alongside his team have been working in Merced County, planting native species like Nassella cernua and Elymus elymoides with the UC Merced Experimental Smart Farm. Here are a few photos showcasing the great work our crews have been doing to restore the native habitat. It is not just about bringing back plants but rebuilding entire, functioning ecosystems that support life!

TOMORROW!!!!
04/17/2026

TOMORROW!!!!

Address

2040 E Fremont Street
Stockton, CA
95213

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm
Sunday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

(209) 292-2700

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Greater Valley Conservation Corps posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Featured

Share

Category