Maintenance Repairman 2

Are you skilled at maintenance and have a strong commitment to providing those who served our country with comfortable, well-kept living spaces? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a dedicated and dependable Maintenance Repairman to join our team at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. In this important role, you will ensure and maintain a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for our veterans and their spouses. If you take pride in your work, have a strong sense of responsibility, and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that honors service!

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In this position, you will engage in various trades, focusing on the repair and maintenance of machinery, buildings, and equipment within our facility. Your responsibilities will include performing a range of maintenance and repair tasks related to the construction, modification, restoration, and upkeep of building components such as floors, roofs, stairways, windows, and doors. Tasks also involve preparing and painting surfaces; installing and repairing plumbing fixtures like sinks, faucets, water heaters, and drains; as well as installing and replacing electrical circuits, panels, outlets, and lighting fixtures. Additional duties include snow removal and performing concrete or masonry repairs. All work will be conducted following DMVA general safety guidelines and procedures.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
• Schedule may vary based on operational needs, including a flexible schedule on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel and overtime: As needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration): or
• Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.