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Carpenter 1 - Warren State Hospital

Salary

$39,785.00 - $59,384.00 Annually

Location

Warren County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-24978-94010

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Warren St Hosp

Opening Date

05/06/2025

Closing Date

5/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

94010

Position Number

00085050

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00210974

Bureau / Division

Warren State Hospital

Worksite Address

33 Main Drive

City

Warren, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16365

Contact Name

Talent Management Division

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Utilize your skills in carpentry at Warren State Hospital! We are seeking a skilled Carpenter 1 to join our Facility Services, Carpenter Shop Team. This position requires a skilled, self-motivated, and independent thinker to complete assignments to help us ensure a safe and secure environment for patients and staff. If you have been looking for an opportunity to use your specialized skill set, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Carpenter 1, you will perform skilled work in the carpentry and structural trades. This will include carpentry, masonry, plastering, painting, roofing, flooring, and concrete work. In this position, you will repair and install doors, locks, and windows. You will repair and replace a broad range of building items, equipment, furniture, and other hardware. You may be required to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, diagrams, or manufacturers’ recommendations to lay out and complete job assignments. You can expect to lay out and construct or repair walls, ceilings, and floors. Additionally, you may serve as a lead worker for semi-skilled or laborer workers.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00085050) .

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.

+ Overtime will be as needed and subject to emergency call-in.

+ Travel as needed

+ 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Successful completion of the Building Trades Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or

+ Three years of experience in the construction, installation, repair, restoration, or maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials; or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) 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 Older Adult Protective Services Act.

+ Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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).

+ 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx 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.

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.

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/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Building Trades Trainee program?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many years of full-time experience do you possess in the construction, installation, repair, restoration, or maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Have you successfully completed a three-year high school vo-tec training program in construction, construction technology, or carpentry?

If you are claiming credits/training, you must upload a copy of your vocational/trade school/college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ Yes

+ No

06

Have you successfully completed a two-year post-secondary technical training program in construction, construction technology, or carpentry? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ Yes

+ No

07

How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed in construction, construction technology, architecture, or structural engineering? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ 90 credits or more

+ 60 but less than 90 credits

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

08

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

09

SECTION 1

INSTRUCTIONS

Select the box to the left of each item you have constructed, installed, repaired, rebuilt and/or replaced. If you have no experience with an item, select none.

DEFINITIONS

Constructmeans to measure, cut, fasten and assemble building components from raw materials and lumber rather than purchasing pre-cut or pre-assembled components.

Installmeans to prepare an area and attach a building component which may either be purchased as a pre-assembly or constructed from raw materials on site.

Repair, Rebuild and Replacemeans to remove a broken or faulty component of an assembly, construct or purchase a replacement part and reattach it to the assembly to restore its use.

+ Automatic Door Closers

+ Bearing Wall Sections

+ Cabinetry

+ Chimney Framing

+ Doors

+ Door Frames

+ Flashing

+ Floor Tile

+ Gable Roof Framework

+ Hip Roof Framework

+ Laminated Counter Tops

+ Linoleum Flooring

+ Railings and Banisters

+ Stair Well Framing

+ Stairway Stringers

+ Steel Studding

+ Sub-Flooring

+ Unequal Intersecting Angle Baseboard

+ Wall Paneling

+ Windows

+ Window Framing

+ Wood Furniture

+ None

10

SECTION 2

INSTRUCTIONS

Select the box to the left of each construction technique you have used. If you have no experience with a construction technique, select none.

+ Bridging

+ Doweling

+ Framing Joist around Girders or Beams

+ Lap Joint

+ Install Furring Strips to Masonry and Concrete Walls

+ Stagger Joints

+ None

11

SECTION 3

INSTRUCTIONS

Select the box to the left of each tool you have used. If you have no experience with a tool, select none.

+ Band Saw

+ Bayonet Saw

+ Belt Sander

+ Bench Grinder

+ Builders Transit and Level

+ Carpenters Level

+ Circular Saw

+ Framing Square

+ Hand Electric/Rechargeable Drill

+ Mortise Machine

+ Plumb Bob

+ Power Actuated Tool

+ Radial Arm Saw

+ Saber Saw

+ Stair Gauges

+ Table Saw

+ Veneer Trimmer

+ None

12

SECTION 4

INSTRUCTIONS

Select the box to the left of the statement that best describes your training or experience inestimating labor, time and materialsassociated with the carpentry trade.

+ A. I have more than 1 year of experience estimating labor, time and materials associated with the carpentry trade.

+ B. I have between 6 months and 1 year of experience estimating labor, time and materials associated with the carpentry trade.

+ C. I have training in estimating labor, time and materials associated with the carpentry trade.

+ D. I have NO training or experience in estimating labor, time and materials associated with the carpentry trade.

13

SECTION 5

INSTRUCTIONS

Select the box to the left of the statement that best describes your training or experience in working from construction sketches, diagrams and/or blueprints in the carpentry trade.

+ A. I have more than 1 year of experience in working from construction sketches, diagrams and/or blueprints in the carpentry trade.

+ B. I have between 6 months and 1 year of experience in working from construction sketches, diagrams and/or blueprints in the carpentry trade.

+ C. I have training in the use of construction sketches, diagrams and/or blueprints in the carpentry trade.

+ D. I have NO training or experience in the use of construction sketches, diagrams and/or blueprints in the carpentry trade.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov