Capitol Groundskeeper (Maintenance Repairman 1)

The Department of General Services is actively looking to hire Capitol Groundskeepers to undertake semi-skilled maintenance and groundskeeping tasks across the Capitol Complex and its surrounding facilities. In this role, employees will engage in a diverse range of semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities, particularly focusing on the upkeep of groundskeeping vehicles and equipment, especially when assigned to the maintenance garage. The responsibilities extend to ensuring the aesthetic appeal and overall care of the grounds, which includes managing gardens, trees, and shrubbery, as well as performing lawn care and snow and ice removal duties throughout the Complex and its outlying areas. If you are interested in contributing to the maintenance of these vital spaces, we encourage you to apply today!

In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining a diverse 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. You will be expected to read and interpret equipment manuals, perform necessary repairs and adjustments, and ensure the proper care of all tools and machinery. Additionally, you will report any significant repair needs to your supervisor. Your duties will also encompass the fertilization, seeding, and sodding of lawn areas, as well as the upkeep of gardens through activities such as cutting, watering, edging, and trimming. You will prepare planting areas and cultivate a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and perennials, while also managing the removal of trees and heavy branches as required. Furthermore, you will engage in weeding, soil cultivation, and the application of amendments like peat moss and tanbark to enhance established beds and shrub areas. Your responsibilities will extend to driving light vehicles, including jeeps and pickup trucks, for grounds maintenance, as well as monitoring the exterior of the Capitol Complex and its surrounding buildings by removing litter and debris from various areas. You will also operate and adjust irrigation systems within the complex and assist in setting up for outdoor special events by arranging seating, erecting barricades, and providing additional waste disposal options, followed by cleanup efforts. Lastly, you will be tasked with retrieving deceased animals and setting live traps to rescue wildlife from the area.

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 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.
  

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:

Additional Requirements:

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.

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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.