Maintenance Repairman 2

Salary

$41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-55005

Department

Department of General Services

Division

GS HVAC/Env Cont Sctn

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

94620

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00153810

Bureau / Division

HVAC/Environmental Control Section

Worksite Address

501 Commonwealth Ave

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17120

Contact Name

Chelsea Hess

Contact Phone

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Contact Email

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THE POSITION

As a Maintenance Repairman 2 with the Department of General Services, you will help ensure that essential building systems stay safe and dependable. This role gives you the chance to work independently, learn from experienced tradespersons, and take pride in work that directly supports employees and visitors. You will use your abilities in several trades to keep equipment functioning properly and respond to issues quickly. Become part of a hardworking team that values your dedication and hands-on expertise.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on performing skilled and semi-skilled work that supports the operation, safety, and comfort of Commonwealth buildings. The position requires technical judgment and steady attention to building systems. As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• System Monitoring: Access building automation systems and track conditions to support maintenance activities
• Issue Response: Review equipment alarms and comfort concerns by checking temperatures, noises, connections, and parts
• Preventative Care: Complete routine HVAC upkeep such as replacing filters, cleaning components, and greasing mechanical parts
• Trade Assistance: Support higher level staff with troubleshooting airflow, refrigerant flow, and electrical issues
• Project Estimation: Determine parts and supplies required for maintenance projects and submit needs to the supervisor
• Site Maintenance: Monitor assigned buildings and equipment to ensure discrepancies are reported and addressed

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Note : This position is considered essential. You will be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.
• Full-time employment
• Work hours will vary. Incumbents work assigned shifts to cover 24/7 operations, which include:
  • 1st Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• 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 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:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualification (not required):

• You must be available to work a flexible schedule due to 24/7 shifts (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM).

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

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.
• 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 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 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.