Maintenance Repairman 1 - PennDOT Winter Maintenance

Are you ready to use your technical skills to tackle a variety of projects that will keep District 2's buildings and grounds in safe working condition?  As a seasonal Maintenance Repairman 1 with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will have the opportunity to help maintain district buildings and support safe daily operations.  This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on problem solving and learning different trades.  You will work with experienced staff on repairs ranging from plumbing to electrical to carpentry.  Your work will help keep facilities safe, functional, and ready for the winter.  Apply today to collaborate with a team that values strong work habits and reliable craftsmanship!

This position supports building and equipment maintenance by assisting with repairs, upkeep, and seasonal tasks across district facilities.  As a PennDOT Winter Maintenance Repairman 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Building Repairs: Assist with electrical, plumbing, roofing, and heating system maintenance
• Carpentry Tasks: Install fixtures, repair doors, build forms, and complete interior finish work
• Grounds Work: Maintain lawns, clear snow, prune trees, and handle outdoor upkeep
• Tool Operation: Use hand tools, power tools, and equipment to complete maintenance tasks
• Facility Support: Help with stockpile assessments, conference meetings, and fire drills
• General Duties: Clean work areas, follow schedules, pick up supplies, and support safe work practices

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal full-time employment from October 2026 to March 2027.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Work hours are subject to change based upon seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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 Requirement:

• This position requires possession of 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.