Maintenance Repairman 1 - Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum

About the Department

Do you enjoy working with your hands on maintenance and groundskeeping projects? Would you like to work in a place where history is still alive? If so, we have the job for you! 
 
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission is seeking a skilled, energetic trades person to provide building maintenance and repair, custodial support, and groundskeeping services at Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum in Lancaster County, PA. This position supports a historic village and working landscape that includes public buildings, event spaces, visitor areas, and outdoor grounds. If you enjoy a role that blends indoor and outdoor work and want to help keep a dynamic historic site safe, functional, and visitor-ready, apply today to join our team!

Position Duties

Located in Lancaster, PA, Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum is a 100-acre, living history complex that preserves and interprets Pennsylvania’s agricultural history and Pennsylvania German heritage using an historic village, collections, demonstration areas, and a working landscape of grounds, gardens, pastures, woodlots, and farm plots to support public programs and special events. 

This position supports daily maintenance and repair work that helps keep the Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum safe, functional, and ready for visitors. The role involves hands-on tasks across multiple trades and contributes to smooth site operations throughout the year. As a Maintenance Repairman 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Building Maintenance: Complete routine repairs and assist with preventative work on structures and building systems
• Grounds Work: Perform mowing, trimming, snow removal, and seasonal upkeep around the site
• Equipment Use: Operate and maintain tools and machinery needed for daily maintenance tasks
• Site Readiness: Help keep museum areas clean, safe, and prepared for visitors and programs
• Event Support: Assist with setup and breakdown for special events and activities

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 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Tuesday - Saturday, 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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 Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have two or more years of experience which has involved at least two of the following: 
  • Operation and maintenance of equipment, hand tools, and power tools
  • Operation and maintenance of vehicles including trucks, utility vehicles, lawn mowers, and snow removal equipment
  • Completing routine building repairs involving but not limited to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC systems
  • Performing groundskeeping work and snow removal
  • Identifying maintenance issues and solving problems
  • Performing skilled and heavy manual labor indoors and outdoors
  • Communicating effectively both orally, electronically, and in writing
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: 

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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 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.

Benefits

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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
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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Agency Information

EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov