Adaptive Equipment Technician
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Adaptive Equipment Technician
Salary
$40,685.00 - $60,174.00 Annually
Location
Philadelphia County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-52264
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Mntnc Dvh
Opening Date
06/24/2026
Closing Date
6/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
93900
Position Number
50593400
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST04
Bureau / Division Code
00135130
Bureau / Division
Delaware Valley Veterans' Home / Maintenance Department
Worksite Address
2701 Southampton Road
City
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19154
Contact Name
Jaime Doyle
Contact Phone
215.856.2836
Contact Email
jaidoyle@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you a dedicated, compassionate individual with a strong work ethic and hands-on experience? As an Adaptive Equipment Technician with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, you support veterans by maintaining and repairing the devices they rely on each day at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. This position allows you to use creativity, technical ability, and attention to detail to meet individual needs. You will be part of a team that values safety, respect, and high-quality care. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in meaningful work that makes life easier for others.be part of a mission-focused team that makes a real difference across the Commonwealth.
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 maintenance department by fabricating, repairing, and maintaining adaptive equipment used by residents. It ensures that each resident receives devices that are safe, functional, and tailored to their needs. As an Adaptive Equipment Technician, you will perform the following duties:
Build Equipment:Select materials and create or modify adaptive devices for resident use
Repair Devices:Fix and adjust assistive items such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, and therapeutic equipment
Use Tools:Operate machines and hand tools to shape and assemble wood, metal, plastics, and other materials
Support Care:Provide needed items to nursing and therapy staff and troubleshoot equipment issues
Maintain Inventory:Order supplies, meet with vendors, and track durable medical equipment levels
Ensure Safety:Follow safety rules, report hazards, and use protective equipment during daily tasks
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=50593400) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Two years of experience in the fabrication, assembly, or repair of adaptive equipment.
Additional Requirement:
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.
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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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Do you possess two years of full-time experience in the fabrication, assembly, or repair of adaptive equipment?
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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.
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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?
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Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
