Event Services Operations Staff (Tradesman Helper)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Agriculture, seeks an Event Services Operations Staff in Harrisburg to support facility operations and event spaces. You will assist maintenance staff with routine repairs, carpentry, plumbing, and safety tasks, ensuring buildings and equipment stay safe and functional.

This 9-month, full-time role follows a 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM schedule, with no telework option. You will work with a team of skilled staff to keep events running smoothly and learn on the

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Preferred qualifications include working around animals and livestock with exposure to dirt, dust, and hay; ability to work different shifts in a 7 day-a-week vendor-controlled environment; ability to work in adverse weather; experience with ladders and man lifts.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance Support: Assist maintenance staff with routine repair tasks and upkeep across the facility
• Carpentry Assistance: Help repair and maintain doors, walls, floors, ceilings, and other structural features
• Plumbing And Equipment Help: Support repairs involving faucets, fixtures, tools, and facility machinery
• Safety And Worksite Care: Maintain clean work areas and follow all safety procedures during assigned tasks
• Tool And Material Handling: Gather and transport tools, supplies, and equipment needed for maintenance activities
• Team Collaboration: Work with other trades and staff to support building needs and event operations

Job description

Step into an exciting role with the Department of Agriculture as a Event Services Operations Staff! This position gives you the opportunity to support important facility tasks that keep events moving. You will gain practical experience while working closely with skilled maintenance staff. Bring your energy and willingness to learn to a team that works together to achieve success!

This position supports facility operations by assisting maintenance staff with a wide range of repair and upkeep tasks. It plays an important part in keeping the building, equipment, and event spaces safe and functional. As a Event Services Operations Staff, you will perform the following duties:

• General Maintenance Support: Assist maintenance staff with routine repair tasks and upkeep across the facility
• Carpentry Assistance: Help repair and maintain doors, walls, floors, ceilings, and other structural features
• Plumbing And Equipment Help: Support repairs involving faucets, fixtures, tools, and facility machinery
• Safety And Worksite Care: Maintain clean work areas and follow all safety procedures during assigned tasks
• Tool And Material Handling: Gather and transport tools, supplies, and equipment needed for maintenance activities
• Team Collaboration: Work with other trades and staff to support building needs and event operations

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• This is a temporary, full-time position that will maintain employment for approximately 9 months.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is considered essential and will be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirements

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Ability to perform duties in an environment around animals and livestock with exposure to dirt, dust, and hay
• Ability to work different shifts in a 7 day-a-week vendor-controlled environment
• Ability to perform duties in various types of adverse weather conditions
• Experience using man lifts, ladders, and performing duties at heights

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.