Reference #: 4853972 THE POSITION Are you ready to take your maintenance and repair skills to the next level? The Department of Transportation invites talented individuals to join our team as a Maintenance Repairman 2. This is your chance to make a difference by performing essential skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on our buildings, machinery, and equipment. Become an integral part of our dedicated team and contribute to the efficient operation of the Berks County Maintenance Organization. Do not miss out on this exciting opportunity and help us keep things running smoothly in Pennsylvania!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will confidently execute a range of skilled and semi-skilled tasks focused on repairing and maintaining machinery, buildings, bridges, and equipment. You will conduct daily building inspections to ensure the highest upkeep and safety standards for the construction and its surroundings. Your expertise will be applied to effectively maintain and repair electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire safety systems while proactively recommending any necessary follow-up or additional work. You will monitor and strategically adjust the building's HVAC system, expertly managing HVAC controls and programming.

You will precisely manage the maintenance and repairs of county maintenance office properties. Additionally, you will oversee the upkeep, repair, and replace critical structures such as bridges, culverts, and buildings, leveraging your advanced skills across multiple disciplines. Your role will also require you to operate various construction equipment. This will include you using welders, concrete saws, and power tools proficiency to complete assigned tasks successfully.

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. Schedule may be subject to change seasonally or due to weather Travel and overtime may be required.

Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $39,785.00 (before taxes). 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 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); 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:

This position requires possession of 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 veter ns, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/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.