Maintenance Repairman 1

Salary

$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-47914

Department

Department of General Services

Division

GS Ctrl Op Rgn 1

Opening Date

04/27/2026

Closing Date

5/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

94610

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00153980

Bureau / Division

Facilities Management

Worksite Address

Main Capitol, 501 N 3rd Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17120

Contact Name

Chelsea Hess

Contact Phone

Contact Email

THE POSITION

The Department of General Services is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Repairman 1 who enjoys hands-on work and problem solving. This role offers the chance to keep state facilities running smoothly while learning many different repair skills. You will join a team that takes pride in making buildings safe, clean, and reliable. The Maintenance Repairman 1 position is a great opportunity to grow your abilities and make a daily impact.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the upkeep and repair of Commonwealth buildings through a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled tasks. It plays an important part in ensuring that facilities stay safe, functional, and well maintained. As a Maintenance Repairman 1, you will perform the following duties:
Carpentry Support:

Install and repair partitions, fixtures, furniture, and floor materials
Door and Hardware Work:

Repair doorframes, adjust closures, and maintain hinges and locks
Electrical Assistance:

Replace lamps, clean lenses, and assist electricians with larger projects
Equipment Maintenance:

Perform minor repairs on small motorized equipment and report major issues
Plumbing Tasks:

Clear drains, fix leaks, replace parts, and provide first response to plumbing issues
Painting and Surface Prep:

Prepare surfaces and apply paint to interior and exterior areas

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 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
This position is essential for reporting to work in the case of 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:
You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:
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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the

Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers

for additional information.

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.