Semi Skilled Laborer

Salary: $36,108.00 - $53,105.00 Annually Location : Lebanon County, PA Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number: N-2026-43132 Department: Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Division: MV Div Instln Mntnc Opening Date: 02/26/2026 Closing Date: 3/2/2026 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: 00137105 Bureau / Division: Division of Installation Maintenance Worksite Address: Fort Indiantown Gap Worksite Address: Building 11076 Utility Road City: Annville, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 17003 Contact Name: Lori Buffington Contact Phone: 717.861.6773 Contact Email: THE POSITION Do you enjoy hands-on work and completing a variety of tasks each day? Are you a positive, productive, and safety-minded person who takes pride in their work? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Division of Installation Maintenance, is seeking a motivated Semi Skilled Laborer in our Maintenance Department. If you have a strong work ethic and value the importance of excellence in maintenance and installation services, then this job is for you! Watch this to see how you can make a difference working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Semi Skilled Laborer, you will perform manual labor and provide essential support to the maintenance team. You will determine effective work methods and procedures for daily assignments. This role involves: Groundskeeping work including cutting grass, trimming trees and bushes, landscaping, and snow removal Assisting various trades and maintenance staff with electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and construction tasks Preparing and painting interior and exterior areas Digging and cleaning drainage ditches, culverts, and fill in washouts Loading and unloading trucks Delivering parts and supplies Maintaining fleet vehicles and equipment Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. 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. 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 QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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. Conditions of Employment: You must be in possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent. Additional Requirements: You must possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable NCIC screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirement: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information. 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. 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 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our 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 visit and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply. 01 Condition of Employment - Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension? Yes No 02 If you answered "Yes", please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below. 03 How much full-time experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction do you possess? (Please note, this experience must be verifiable. Unpaid personal work or hobby experience is not acceptable.) 1 year or more 6 months but less than 1 year Less than 6 months None 04 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 sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 Have you completed vocational training in any of the following areas: building and construction work, maintenance or repair, custodial work, groundskeeping, conservation, farm mechanics, or trades such as electrical, carpentry, masonry, painting, or plumbing? If you are claiming credits/training, you must upload a copy of your vocational/trade school/college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04