Semi Skilled Laborer

Semi Skilled Laborer

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Semi Skilled Laborer

Salary

$36,831.00 - $54,162.00 Annually

Location

Blair County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-56321

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Mntnc Hollidaysburg

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

90030

Position Number

00307251

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00134330

Bureau / Division

MV Maintenance Hollidaysburg

Worksite Address

132 Veterans Blvd

City

Duncansville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16635

Contact Name

Anna Riley

Contact Email

[email protected]

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• Benefits

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THE POSITION

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is looking for someone to help with our facility Grounds Keeping needs at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. Every day brings a variety of tasks that keep the grounds safe and functional. This position helps you grow practical abilities while making a noticeable difference. If you enjoy the outdoors, then this could be the job for you!

Click here (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmva/about-dmva) to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position engages in semi-skilled tasks related to the upkeep of the facilities and surrounding areas at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. Responsibilities include a variety of general labor activities such as mowing lawns, clearing snow, managing landscaping projects, maintaining equipment, supporting maintenance personnel, and handling the loading and unloading of different materials. As a Semi Skilled Laborer, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation:Properly use large mowing equipment, tractors, small mowers, weed eaters, and similar tools

• Repair Assistance:Make minor repairs alone and help skilled trades workers with major repairs including water line breaks, mower engines, and welding

• Grounds Care:Sweep, clean, repair, and blacktop roads

• Weather Response:Shovel or plow snow and ice; work safely in adverse weather conditions

• Materials Handling:Haul materials for projects by hand, in a vehicle, or using a forklift

• Safety and Support:Drive to help transport residents; follow all safety rules, use protective equipment, and report or correct hazards

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=00307251) .

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.

• 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:

• You must be in possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience working with landscaping projects or mowing with commercial equipment

• Experience working in the PM maintenance and repair of small engines, i.e. mowers, saws, or weed eaters

• Experience in commercial snow/ice removal for buildings, sidewalks, or parking lots using salt spreaders, snow blower, plows, skid loader, or front end loaders

• Experience in general carpentry, masonry, and other related trades

• Experience working outdoors in all types of weather and adverse conditions

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 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.

• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.

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

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*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.

• Yes

• No

06

Preferred Qualification:How many years of experience do you possess working with landscaping projects or mowing with commercial equipment?

• 3 years or more

• 2 to less than 3 years

• 1 to less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

07

Please list the dates and the names of the employers where you gained experience in commercial landscaping /maintenance. (If none, type N/A.)

08

Preferred Qualification:How many years of experience do you possess working in the PM maintenance and repair of small engines, i.e. mowers, saws, weed eaters?

• 3 years or more

• 2 to less than 3 years

• 1 to less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

09

Please list the dates and the names of the employers where you gained experience in the maintenance and repair of equipment. (If none, type N/A.)

10

Preferred Qualification:How many years of experience do you possess in commercial snow/ice removal of buildings, sidewalks, parking lots, using salt spreaders, snow blower, plows, skid loader, or front end loaders?

• 3 years or more

• 2 to less than 3 years

• 1 to less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

11

Please list the dates and employers where you gained experience in commercial maintenance of buildings and equipment. (If none, type N/A.)

12

Preferred Qualification:How many years of experience do you possess in general carpentry, masonry, and other related trades?

• 3 years or more

• 2 to less than 3 years

• 1 to less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

13

Please list the dates and the names of the employers where you gained experience in the above trades. (If none, type N/A.)

14

Preferred Qualification:How many years of experience do you possess working outdoors in all types of weather and adverse conditions?

• 3 years or more

• 2 to less than 3 years

• 1 to less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

15

Please list the dates and the names of the employers where you gained this experience. (If none, type N/A.)

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov