Adaptive Equipment Technician
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Adaptive Equipment Technician
Salary
$40,685.00 - $60,714.00 Annually
Location
Blair County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-48066
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Mntnc Hollidaysburg
Opening Date
04/22/2026
Closing Date
4/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
93900
Position Number
00107507
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST04
Bureau / Division Code
00134330
Bureau / Division
Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home/Maintenance
Worksite Address
138 Veterans Boulevard
City
Duncansville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
16635
Contact Name
Anna Riley
Contact Email
annriley@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Bring your hands-on skills to the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home as a Adaptive Equipment Technician and help improve the daily lives of residents. This role offers the chance to solve problems, create meaningful solutions, and support those who rely on adaptive equipment. You will work in a friendly environment where your craftsmanship and attention to detail matter. If you enjoy work that has purpose and impact, consider joining this team!
Click here (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmva/about-dmva) to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports the Adaptive Equipment Department by repairing, modifying, and maintaining assistive devices that help residents stay mobile and comfortable. As a Adaptive Equipment Technician, you will perform the following duties:
Material Selection:Select proper materials and choose suitable tools for building and repairing adaptive equipment
Fabrication Work:Create, shape, and assemble parts for assistive and therapeutic devices based on resident needs
Device Repair:Repair and adjust adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, braces, and other devices
Equipment Operation:Operate hand tools, power tools, and sewing machines needed for construction and repair tasks
Resident Support:Provide nursing and therapy staff with equipment required for resident care and resolve equipment issues
Inventory Management:Order supplies, maintain stock levels, and coordinate with vendors for needed equipment
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=00107507) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment (7.5 hours per day; 37.5 hours per week)
Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (1st shift), 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:
Two years of experience in the fabrication, assembly, or repair of adaptive equipment.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Experience in the fabrication, assembly, and repair of adaptive equipment
Experience constructing, assembling, and repairing powered and manual wheelchairs, scooters, mechanical beds and lifts, carts, walkers, contour chairs, body and leg braces, and other assistive and therapeutic devices
Experience adjusting and operating machines and hand and power tools
Experience in the ordering of parts, equipment, or supplies
Experience working with therapeutic devices or adaptive equipment
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.
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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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*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess two years of full-time experience in the fabrication, assembly, or repair of adaptive equipment?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate section of your application if you would like this experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
03
You will receive further communication regarding this position, to include scheduling interviews, non-selection, etc., via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Have you read and understand the above statement?
Yes
No
04
Preferred Qualification-How many years of experience do you have in the repairs of adaptive equipment?
None
Less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 to less than 4 years
4 years or more
05
Please list the dates and the names of the employees where you gained experience in the repair of adaptive equipment.
06
Preferred Qualification-How many years of experience do you have in the assembly, repair of adaptive equipment?
None
Less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 to less than 4 years
4 years or more
07
Please list the dates and the names of the employers where you gained experience in the assembly of adaptive equipment. (If none, @type N/A)
08
Preferred Qualification- How many years of experience do you have adjusting and operating machines and hand and power tools?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 years or more
09
Please list the dates and names of the employers where you gained your experience adjusting and operating machines and hand and power tools. (If none, @type N/A)
10
Preferred Qualification- How many years of experience do you have in the repair of wheel chairs , beds and various adaptive equipment ?
None
Less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 to less than 4 years
4 years or more
11
Please list the dates and the names of the employers where you gained experience in the repair of wheelchairs, beds and various adaptive equipment. (If none, @type N/A)
12
Preferred Qualification- How many years of experience do you have in constructing, assembling, and repairing powered and manual wheelchairs, scooters, mechanical beds and lifts, carts, walkers, contour chairs, body and leg braces, and other assistive and therapeutic devices?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 to less than 4 years
4 years or more
13
Please list the dates and the names of the employees where you gained experience in constructing, assembling, and repairing powered and manual wheelchairs, scooters, mechanical beds and lifts, carts, walkers, contour chairs, body and leg braces, and other assistive and therapeutic devices. (If none, @type N/A)
14
Preferred Qualification- How many years of experience do you have in the ordering of parts, equipment, or supplies?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 years or more
15
Please list the dates and names of the employees where you gained your experience ordering parts, equipment, or supplies. (If none, @type N/A)
16
Preferred Qualification- How many years of experience do you have working with therapeutic devices or adaptive equipment?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to less than 2 years
2 to less than 3 years
3 years or more
17
Please list the dates and the names of the employers where you gained your experience working with therapeutic devices or adaptive equipment. (If none, @type N/A).
18
Preferred Qualification- Do you have experience with any of the following? (Check all that apply)
manual wheelchairs
scooters
mechanical beds and lifts
carts
walkers
contour chairs
body and leg braces
none
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
