Carpenter 1

Are you looking for a specialized career in the field of carpentry? If so, consider starting a new chapter in your professional journey with the Department of General Services, as a Carpenter 1. We are on the lookout for a hardworking, motivated, and knowledgeable Carpenter to complete our team. This position gives you the opportunity to utilize your unique skill set to perform a variety of skilled duties relating to the alteration, construction, maintenance, and repair of wooden articles, equipment, and structures. If you have a strong commitment to delivering outstanding craftmanship, apply today to begin your career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania!

This position is considered essential. You will be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings. Snow and ice removal are mandatory duties.

As a Carpenter 1, you will perform a full range of journeyman level carpentry duties including estimating time, material requirements, and supplies. You will be responsible for planning work in accordance with sketches and blueprints, selecting lumber and materials, and accurately measuring and cutting material to the proper dimensions. Work also involves performing alterations, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of structures, while utilizing power saws, jointers, wood lathes, planers, routers, and other related equipment. In addition to carpentry work, this position is also responsible for snow and ice removal efforts as necessary.

Make your career aspirations a reality within the Maintenance Services Section of the Department of General Services.

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.
• 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.
• Note: This position is considered essential. You will be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Building Trades Trainee program (commonwealth title); or
• Three years of experience in the construction, installation, repair, restoration, or maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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).
• 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.

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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.