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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Maintenance Repairman 1 - Danville State Hospital (Limited-Term) in Danville, Pennsylvania
*Job order closes 7/5/24 11:59 pm Eastern*
Reference #: 4546830 THE POSITION Are you a skilled tradesman who enjoys utilizing your hands and experience to tackle complex projects and ensure operations are in proper working order? If so, the Department of Human Services has an exciting opportunity for you at Danville State Hospital! A motivated Maintenance Repairman 1 is needed for a limited-term, 6 month assignment on our beautiful campus. If you thrive in the performance of a variety of building and grounds related maintenance, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing projects, we encourage you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Maintenance Repairman 1, you will perform sub-journey level work, assist a skilled trades worker, or function as lead worker for a small crew of manual workers performing routine tasks. Work involves the use of a variety of construction, grounds keeping, and maintenance equipment and tools, which frequently require the application of skills acquired on the job. Minor repairs and routine grounds keeping and custodial duties are performed with considerable independence and reviewed upon completion. More advanced construction or repair work is performed under the direction of a skilled trades worker or supervisor. Specific duties include general maintenance and cleanliness of buildings and recreational areas, landscaping duties, painting, and minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time, limited-term employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime: as needed May change based on operational needs FREE PARKING! 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in general 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.
Necessary Special Requirements: This position requires possession of a valid Class C non-commercial driver's license.
Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelink and click on Residency. 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.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/d fault.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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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. EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test oncefor this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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.