Reference #: 4638466
THE POSITIONNOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (N-2024-92720) WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 05, 2024 TO SEPTEMBER 18, 2024. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.Do you take pride in maintaining beautiful landscapes? Do you enjoy using traditional construction methods to preserve historic buildings? Are you willing to work as an integral part of a small team to contribute to the success of programs and events at a historic site? If so, we want you!The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is looking for an energetic, journey-level trades person to provide grounds keeping as well as building maintenance, custodial and repair services at the Ephrata Cloister, a National Historic Landmark and four-time American Alliance of Museums Accredited Museum. Through the maintenance and repair of this multifaceted complex, you can be part of ensuring that current and future generations can enjoy a beautiful and historically rich site in the Commonwealth of PA. Apply today!DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe Maintenance Repairman 2 at Ephrata Cloister assists the Facility Operations Supervisor in the management and preservation of 28 acres, 12 historic buildings, 4 non-historic buildings, and 2 cemeteries. As a steward of the Commonwealth's history, you will assist with landscaping, custodial care of public spaces, carpentry, electrical, mechanical and plumbing skills daily.Summer months are devoted to landscape maintenance and grounds-keeping, including the maintenance of equipment used in those efforts. Winters are spent working on preservation projects, and when needed snow removal from driveways, parking lots and sidewalks. This position offers the opportunity to learn or expand your knowledge of fire and security systems and their monitoring and includes responding to after-hours alarms. You will provide custodial support to maintain a clean and safe environment for visitors and staff. You will also assist with special program/event set-up and take-down and may have an opportunity to participate in the program. A candidate with a well-rounded background in small engine repair, plumbing, carpentry, landscaping, and electrical trades will find job fulfillment and room to grow in this position.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the positiondescription.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Wednesday - Sunday, with 60-minute lunch.
Occasional evening, weekend and holiday work for special events and operational needs will be required.
This position responds to after-hours alarms.
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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1; 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 Requirements:
This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.Additional Requirements:
Candidate must have two or more years of experience in the following:
Maintaining exterior landscapes, including mowing, trimming shrubs and trees, snow removal, etc.
Operating, maintaining, and repairing maintenance equipment, including seasonal grounds equipment like mowers, string trimmers, snowplow, and snow removal equipment.
Completing routine building repairs involving but not limited to plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.Preferr d Qualifications (not required):
It is preferred that the candidate have one or more years of experience:
Maintaining historic buildings.
Managing a multifaceted HVAC and Fire and Security system that utilizes automated building control systems.
Working with volunteers.Legal Requirements:
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 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.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.
