Maintenance Repairman 1

Are you a talented tradesperson who takes pride in using your hands to tackle a diverse array of projects? Do you have a desire to advance your career while delivering crucial services to the Commonwealth? If this resonates with you, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is eager to connect with you! As a Maintenance Repairman 1, your role will be essential in maintaining the operational integrity of various structures, machinery, bridges, and equipment within the Tioga County Maintenance Organization. This is an opportunity to join an agency that truly appreciates the significant contributions and impact that skilled tradespeople bring to our team. Do not miss your chance to apply today and be part of a workforce that values your expertise!

As a Maintenance Repairman 1, your role will involve a diverse range of skilled trade responsibilities, including the planning, estimating, and procurement of materials necessary for the construction and finishing of various buildings, drainage systems, and accessory structures. You will be tasked with creating rough sketches, calculating the quantities of construction materials required, and selecting the appropriate tools and equipment for each project. Your hands-on duties will encompass measuring, cutting, and assembling lumber for different construction tasks, as well as pouring and finishing concrete. Additionally, you will construct essential features such as railings, stairs, partitions, ramps, and shelves. The position requires proficiency in using a variety of tools, both motorized and manual, including shovels, rakes, hammers, chainsaws, compressors, jackhammers, tampers, and lawn maintenance equipment. Furthermore, you will also assist with winter maintenance activities as needed, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,108.00 (before taxes).
• 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 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 Requirements:

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

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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.