Maintenance Repairman 2 - Southeast Youth Development Center - Montgomery Count

Reference #: 5204370

THE POSITION If you are passionate about maintaining safe and comfortable living and working environments and enjoy working with a team to achieve common goals, then the Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, Southeast Youth Development Center has an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a hard-working and enthusiastic individual to take pride in keeping our buildings and grounds free from hazards, functional for residents and employees, and welcoming to visitors. This position requires a variety of maintenance skills and offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our community.

Apply now and be a part of our dedicated team!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will perform semi-skilled and skilled work in several trades within the youth development center/youth forestry camp (YDC/YFC) system. You will provide daily upkeep and long-term maintenance of buildings and grounds, as well as operate the boiler plant. You will function as a lead worker over semi-skilled workers completing carpentry, heating, cooling, painting, masonry, and electrical work. You will also install and maintain plumbing fixtures, steam lines for heating, steam traps, radiator valves, and install pipe for water lines. This role requires applying solid maintenance knowledge to complete assignments and the ability to ensure work complies with federal, state and agency regulations. In addition, you will recommend repair or replacement of equipment, requisition supplies, and drive vehicles to pick up and deliver parts, materials, and equipment.

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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Schedule may change based on operational needs. This position is considered essential during weather and other emergency events. Overtime as needed, may be voluntary or mandatory. FREE parking. 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.

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.

Special Requirement:

You must have possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C non-commercial driver's license.

Other Requirements:

You must be willing to accept employment at Southeast Youth Development Center and commute to this location in Montgomery County. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. 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 Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained thereinwill 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 transcripts are acceptable. 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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

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.