What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Repairman 2 position at Commonwealth of PA?
THE POSITION
The Department of Transportation is actively looking to hire a Maintenance Repairman 2 for a role based in Beaver County. This position plays a crucial role in assisting the District's maintenance efforts aimed at prolonging the lifespan of bridges and structures. The successful candidate will engage in a variety of skilled and semi-skilled labor activities focused on the repair and upkeep of essential infrastructure, including bridges, culverts, retaining walls, roadway structures, as well as facilities and buildings. Do not miss this opportunity—apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will engage in a diverse range of activities focused on the repair and upkeep of structures, bridges, equipment, and machinery, all aimed at ensuring the safety of the traveling public. The responsibilities associated with this position necessitate a journeyman level of expertise and skill across various trades, including carpentry, welding, masonry, electrical work, and plumbing. To prolong and enhance the lifespan of structures, the individual will undertake numerous tasks, which may include constructing concrete formwork, placing and finishing concrete, installing environmental controls, building temporary shoring, welding metal support structures and replacement components, as well as painting surfaces as directed by a supervisor.
The incumbent will also be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and replacement of structures such as bridges, culverts, retaining walls, facilities, and other roadway infrastructures, utilizing a high level of proficiency in multiple trades. Additionally, the role involves operating a wide array of construction equipment necessary for these duties, including arc and MIG welders, pipe threaders, concrete saws, chainsaws, air compressors, hammer drills, jackhammers, chipping hammers, de-scalers, generators, pumps, carpentry tools, power tools, forklifts, personal lifting devices, bucket trucks, and various hand and pneumatic tools. Moreover, the position entails performing maintenance work related to the upkeep, repair, and remodeling of the District’s office facilities. The individual will also conduct minor mechanical repairs and maintenance on equipment both in the field and at the county maintenance shed, ensuring that all equipment remains functional and safe for operation as intended.
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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Work schedule is subject to change during summer/winter seasons.
- 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 & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
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 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.
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 Info/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.
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