Semi Skilled Laborer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is looking for someone to help with facility Grounds Keeping needs at the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home. Every day brings a variety of tasks that keep the grounds safe and functional. This position helps you grow practical abilities while making a noticeable difference. If you enjoy the outdoors, then this could be the job for you!

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.
• Must be in possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with landscaping projects or mowing with commercial equipment
• Experience working in the PM maintenance and repair of small engines, i.e. mowers, saws, or weed eaters
• Experience in commercial snow/ice removal for buildings, sidewalks, or parking lots using salt spreaders, snow blower, plows, skid loader, or front end loaders
• Experience in general carpentry, masonry, and other related trades
• Experience working outdoors in all types of weather and adverse conditions

Responsibilities

• Properly use large mowing equipment, tractors, small mowers, weed eaters, and similar tools
• Make minor repairs alone and help skilled trades workers with major repairs including water line breaks, mower engines, and welding
• Sweep, clean, repair, and blacktop roads
• Shovel or plow snow and ice; work safely in adverse weather conditions
• Haul materials for projects by hand, in a vehicle, or using a forklift
• Drive to help transport residents; follow all safety rules, use protective equipment, and report or correct hazards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed