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Semi Skilled Laborer

Salary

$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-32726

Department

Historical & Museum Commission

Division

HM Arcvs Div

Opening Date

09/05/2025

Closing Date

9/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

90030

Position Number

00076477

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00300220

Bureau / Division

Bureau of the Pennsylvania State Archives

Worksite Address

1681 N Sixth Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17102

Contact Name

MegAnn Carey

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Do you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team and are interested in a career in state government? The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission to eager to welcome an ambitious Semi-Skilled Laborer to the team. In this essential role, you will perform semi-skilled janitorial, maintenance or repair work independently or assist the Facility Operations Supervisor performing routine tasks at the PA State Archives. If you excel in practical hands-on tasks and take pride in the work you do, we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Semi-Skilled Laborer, your work involves the use of a variety of construction, grounds keeping and maintenance equipment and tools, which frequently require the application of skills acquired on the job. Minor repairs and routine grounds keeping, and custodial duties are performed with considerable independence and reviewed upon completion. More advanced construction or repair work is performed under the direction of the Facility Operations Supervisor. You will be expected to follow all safety rules, procedures and work practices while performing duties and utilizing tools and equipment. Duties include but are not limited to maintaining the cleanliness of the building, clearing walkways and parking areas, making minor carpentry and electrical repairs, and performing maintenance on HVAC systems. You will have the opportunity to assist skilled trades workers with more complex tasks in the maintenance of buildings and equipment.

If you thrive in a teamwork environment and are ready to take the next step in your career, this is the job for you!

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=00076477) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.

+ 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:

+ One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction;or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

+ This position will require possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

Other Requirement:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rightsmustapply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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.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 .

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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

Condition of Employment- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How much full-time experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction do you possess? (Please note, this experience must be verifiable. Unpaid personal work or hobby experience is not acceptable.)

+ A. 1 year or more

+ B. 6 months but less than 1 year

+ C. Less than 6 months

+ D. 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 experience must also 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 completed vocational training in any of the following areas: building and construction work, maintenance or repair, custodial work, groundskeeping, conservation, farm mechanics, or trades such as electrical, carpentry, masonry, painting, or plumbing? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your 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

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov