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Maintenance Repairman 1

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Harrisburg
2221 Forster Street (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2026
THE POSITION Are you ready to showcase your specialized occupational abilities? Join our team at the Department of General Services as a Maintenance Repairman 1! This is an exciting opportunity to perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and grounds duties for the Capitol Complex and outlying facilities in addition to performing semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on all grounds keeping vehicles and equipment when assigned to the maintenance garage. Take pride in the work you do and apply with us today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Maintenance Repairman 1 is responsible for the appearance, general care, and maintenance of the grounds to include gardens, trees, shrubbery, lawn care, and snow and ice removal in the Capitol Complex and outlying facilities. Work includes operating and utilizing a variety of mechanized and motorized grounds keeping equipment and tools to maintain lawn and garden areas. Driving light vehicles such as jeeps, pickup trucks, small dumps, and other miscellaneous equipment related to grounds keeping will be your responsibility. This position monitors the exterior of the Capitol Complex and related outlying buildings to include removing litter and debris from grounds, sidewalks, streets, and parking areas. You will be expected to load and unload items from trucks and maintain supply and equipment storage areas in a clean and orderly condition. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Essential Employee - required to work during emergencies and office closings. 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. 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. 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. 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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.