Semi-Skilled Laborer - Wernersville State Hospital
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Semi-Skilled Laborer - Wernersville State Hospital
Salary
$36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually
Location
Berks County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-47049-90030
Department
Department of Human Services
Division
HS Wernersville St Hosp
Opening Date
04/15/2026
Closing Date
4/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
90030
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST03
Bureau / Division Code
00210781
Bureau / Division
Wernersville State Hospital
Worksite Address
160 Main Street
City
Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19565
Contact Name
Talent Management Section
Contact Email
ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a dynamic role where your mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills directly contribute to the safety and well-being of a vital community resource? Wernersville State Hospital offers an exceptional opportunity for versatile workers to grow their expertise across multiple trades in a supportive, team-oriented environment. By joining our dedicated maintenance crew, you will play a vital part in preserving our historic grounds and ensuring our infrastructure operates at peak efficiency. We value reliability, hard work, and the drive to maintain a high standard of excellence for our consumers and staff. Apply today to begin your journey with us!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Semi-Skilled Laborer, you will perform a variety of routine maintenance and mechanical tasks to support facility operations. While based in the Garage Department, you will frequently collaborate with the Utility Plant and other trades teams. Your primary responsibilities will include groundskeeping, such as operating riding mowers, pruning greenery, and utilizing chainsaws for debris removal. During winter, you will be responsible for campus-wide snow removal and disposal. In addition, you will support the facility's infrastructure by cleaning storm drains, pipe tunnels, and window wells. You will play a key role in boiler plant efficiency by managing fuel beds, removing ashes, and cleaning soot from tubes. Furthermore, you will act as a vital assistant to skilled tradespeople, aiding in masonry, carpentry, and electrical projects. This work may involve mixing cement, erecting scaffolding, and performing interior and exterior painting. Throughout these duties, you will utilize a diverse range of hand and power tools to ensure the hospital buildings and grounds remain safe and well-maintained.
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=00107627) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This may change based on operational needs.
Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $36,108.00 (before taxes).
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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.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
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).
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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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.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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SECTION A - EXPERIENCE
Do you have experience using any of the grounds keeping equipment listed below in a work environment (select all that apply)? If no, choose option D.
A. Snow blower, push mower, weed trimmer, or leaf blower
B. Chainsaws or pole saws
C. Riding equipment such as mower, tractor, or ATV/UTV
D. I do not have experience using any of the equipment listed.
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Do you have experience using any of the hand or power tools listed below in a work environment (select all that apply)? If no, choose option D.
A. Hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screw drivers, hand saws, or ratchet sets
B. Power drills
C. Carpentry/construction power saws such as jigsaws, circular saws, or table saws
D. I do not have experience using any of the tools listed.
04
Do you have experience using any of the following warehouse or product moving equipment in a work environment (select all that apply)? If no, choose option D.
A. Pallet jack
B. Fork-lift
C. Man-lift
D. I do not have experience using any of the equipment listed.
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Do you have experience performing custodial duties such as disposing of trash and cleaning restrooms or offices in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
07
Do you have experience performing general equipment maintenance such as cleaning filters, replacing seals/gaskets, and oiling/greasing/sharpening tools and equipment in a work environment?
Yes
No
08
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
09
Do you have experience preparing and painting interior or exterior surfaces in a work environment?
Yes
No
10
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
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Do you have experience performing light carpentry work such as replacing screens, shingles, wood trim, cove base, or spouting or building, assembling, or repairing signs, partitions, furniture, or structures in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
13
Do you have experience performing light electrical maintenance such as replacing electrical switches or lighting fixtures in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
15
Do you have experience performing light plumbing maintenance such as unblocking drains in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
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SECTION B - TRAINING
Please indicate if you have SUCCESSFULLY completed formal vocational technical high school or post high school training (i.e., instructional program which included both classroom lecture and instructor guided experience) in any of the maintenance trades listed below. Indicate all that apply. Uncompleted courses are NOT acceptable. If none, choose option F.
A. Carpentry
B. Mechanics
C. Electrical
D. Plumbing
E. Landscaping
F. I have NOT completed formal vocational technical high school or post high school training in any of the trades listed.
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If you are claiming training, please provide the name of the college/university/trade school, course titles, and the number of credits/clock hours in the text box below. (Ex. ABC University/Writing Basics/3). If not applicable, enter N/A in the textbox below.
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
