$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Department of General Services
5/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting
Main Capitol, 501 N 3rd Street
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THE POSITION
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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.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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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.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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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.
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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
Apr 27, 2026