Maintenance Repairman ; Governor's Residence

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites you to bring your maintenance expertise to the Governor's Residence as a Maintenance Repairman 2. In this role, you will make a visible impact on the beauty, safety, and function of an important public property. You will work in a dynamic environment where no two days are alike and your skills truly matter. This is your chance to take on fulfilling work that supports a unique and historic location.

This position supports the daily upkeep, safety, and smooth operation of the Governor's Residence and its grounds. You will work across many trades, indoors and outdoors, to keep the property functioning and welcoming. As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Building Maintenance:
  Perform repairs in carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and appliance upkeep across the residence
• Grounds Care:
  Maintain landscaping, plants, lawns, gardens, and outdoor areas through trimming, planting, mowing, fertilizing, and inspections
• Equipment Operation:
  Operate and maintain tools, small engines, snow removal machinery, and related equipment used on the property
• Facility Support:
  Move furnishings, assist with event setup, maintain supplies, and support cleaning tasks and seasonal decorations
• Safety Oversight:
  Monitor systems, identify maintenance needs, access HVAC controls, and coordinate with vendors and staff to resolve issues
• Customer Service:
  Support events and interactions with guests, staff, and the First Family while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism

• Full‑time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30‑minute lunch.
• Schedule varies based on operational needs. Overtime to be expected.
• Note:
  
  This position is considered essential. You will be required to report to work during 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.

• 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.

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

• You must have diverse experience in the trades including but not limited to electrical, mechanical, building, plumbing, masonry, HVAC, or a closely related field.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Experience in landscaping or groundskeeping
• Experience in customer service

• 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.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• 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…