Maintenance Repairman 2

Salary

$41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually

Location

Luzerne County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-61162

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Div Fl Mntnc

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

10/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

94620

Position Number

00091889

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00137106

Bureau / Division

Division of Installation Maintenance

Worksite Address

280 Market Street

City

Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18704

Contact Name

Lori Buffington

Contact Phone

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Contact Email

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THE POSITION

Are you ready to use your hands-on skills to keep a major facility running safely and smoothly? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is looking for a Maintenance Repairman 2 to support daily operations at the Wilkes-Barre Readiness Center. This role gives you the chance to work with many different systems while making a real difference for the team. Join us and help maintain a safe, functional space for those who rely on this important facility.

Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the Wilkes-Barre Readiness Center by performing a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks that keep the facility safe and functional. As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Painting Work: Prepare surfaces, mix paint, and complete interior and exterior painting for rooms, walls, ceilings, and fixtures
• Plumbing Tasks: Install and repair sinks, faucets, drains, and piping, and monitor backflow testing as needed
• Carpentry Repairs: Remodel rooms, install drywall and flooring, repair windows and doors, and complete other structural tasks
• Electrical Service: Install circuits, replace lighting, maintain systems, and support fire, security, and alarm equipment
• HVAC Maintenance: Repair heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment, and service appliances when required
• Grounds Care: Remove snow and debris, maintain landscaping, and support general cleaning duties

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:00 PM), Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• 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 Requirements:

• You must be in possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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.