Capitol Groundskeeper (Maintenance Repairman 1)
Capitol Groundskeeper (Maintenance Repairman 1)
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THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF NWHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM MAY 8 2025 TO MAY 12 2025. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.
The Department of General Services is actively looking to hire a Maintenance Repairman 1 to undertake semi-skilled maintenance and groundskeeping tasks across the Capitol Complex and its surrounding facilities. This role involves a diverse range of responsibilities including performing maintenance and repair work on various groundskeeping vehicles and equipment particularly when assigned to the maintenance garage. The employee will play a crucial role in ensuring the aesthetic appeal and overall upkeep of the grounds which encompasses gardens trees shrubbery and lawn care as well as managing snow and ice removal during winter months. If you are interested in contributing to the maintenance of these vital public spaces we encourage you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Essential employees are required to be available during emergencies and office closures. They operate a wide range of mechanized and motorized groundskeeping equipment including but not limited to edgers trimmers various types of lawn mowers tractors leaf blowers and snow blowers. These employees are responsible for reading and interpreting equipment manuals performing necessary repairs and adjustments and ensuring the proper maintenance of tools and machinery. They report any significant repair needs to their supervisor for further action. In addition to equipment management essential employees engage in the fertilization seeding and sodding of lawn areas as well as maintaining gardens through activities such as cutting watering edging and trimming. They prepare planting areas for a diverse array of trees shrubs and flowers and are tasked with trimming and pruning as needed including the removal of trees and heavy branches when required.
Furthermore these employees are responsible for weeding cultivating and applying necessary soil amendments like peat moss and tanbark to established beds and shrub areas. They prepare soil for planting by spading digging and incorporating fertilizers and other soil enhancers. Essential employees also operate light vehicles including jeeps and pickup trucks to transport equipment and materials ensuring that these vehicles are cleaned and maintained. They monitor the exterior of the Capitol Complex and surrounding buildings removing litter trash and debris from various areas including sidewalks and parking lots while also emptying designated outdoor trash containers. Additionally they manage irrigation systems across the Capitol Complex ensuring that areas such as the East Wing and Judicial buildings receive adequate water supply. During special outdoor events essential employees assist with setup by arranging seating erecting barriers and providing additional waste disposal options while also handling cleanup duties afterward. They are also responsible for retrieving deceased animals such as birds and rodents from the grounds to maintain a clean and safe environment.Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM Monday - Friday with a 30-minute lunch.
- Essential Employee - required 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years of experience in general 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 Drivers 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 and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at .
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
