Maintenance Repairman 2 - Danville State Hospital

THE POSITION

Do you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and tackling a wide range of maintenance and repair challenges? The Department of Human Services is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Repairman 2 to join our maintenance team. In this vital role, you will help maintain the facilities at Danville State Hospital, ensuring a safe, functional, and comfortable environment for our patients and staff. This is a great opportunity to apply your technical expertise, support a critical health care facility, and advance your career in a meaningful and rewarding field. Apply today and put your skills to work where they truly matter!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will carry out skilled work in at least two trades-such as roofing, sheet metal, carpentry, electrical, or plumbing-while also handling general maintenance responsibilities. You will serve as a lead worker, offering direction and oversight to staff in lower classifications. Your duties will include:

• Performing carpentry work, including building, constructing, and repairing wood and structural materials.
• Installing, repairing, and refinishing flooring to maintain safety and appearance.
• Preparing surfaces and applying paint or varnish for general painting tasks.
• Fabricating and repairing metal products, including sheet metal work.
• Repairing and installing roofing systems, including drains and related components.
• Performing electrical work, including repairing or replacing switches, receptacles, wiring, and circuits.
• Carrying out plumbing tasks such as clearing drains, repairing or replacing fixtures, and maintaining water and heating systems.
• Performing welding on steam lines and other metal components.

Additionally, you will maintain clean and orderly work areas, ensuring they are ready for final cleaning or use. The role requires working in environmentally challenging conditions, including the use of respirators, and may involve training related to lead, asbestos, or similar safety areas to ensure compliance with regulations and facility needs.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

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).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial tr