Maintenance Repairman 2 - Pennsbury Manor

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Morrisville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsbury Manor, the historic home of William Penn, seeks a skilled Maintenance Repairman 2 to perform regular repair and preventative maintenance on buildings, systems, and equipment, as well as groundskeeping and other support for site operations.

Located in Bucks County, PA, this full-time role requires hands-on trades experience across building, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, with safe, efficient work and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1 or equivalent in building and plant maintenance.
• Possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.
• Experience with multiple trades (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC) and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance: cleaning, repair, and upkeep of site buildings, exhibits, and grounds.
• Electrical Work: install and maintain wiring, fixtures, circuits and related equipment.
• Plumbing Tasks: repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, pipes, and heating or water lines.
• Grounds Care: cut grass, trim shrubs, remove debris, and perform basic landscaping.
• Carpentry and Repairs: use power tools to repair doors, furniture, partitions, and wooden structures.
• Equipment Upkeep: service outdoor maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, and utility vehicles.

Skills

Communication

Manual labor

Safety compliance

Education

Pennsylvania Driver's License

Tools

Backhoes

Bucket trucks

Boom lifts

Fork lifts

Skid steers

Job description

Salary

$41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually

Location

Bucks County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-57528

Department

Historical & Museum Commission

Division

HM Pennsbury Manor

Opening Date

09/14/2026

Closing Date

9/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

94620

Position Number

00058183

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00300813

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Historic Sites and Museums, Eastern Division, Pennsbury Manor

Worksite Address

400 Pennsbury Memorial Road

City

Morrisville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19067

Contact Name

Katherine Devine

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you interested in history? If so, we have the job for you! The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission is looking for an energetic, journey-level trades person to perform regular repair and preventative maintenance work on structures, systems, and equipment; groundskeeping; and other support work for overall site operation at Pennsbury Manor, the historic home of William Penn. Through the maintenance and repair of this multifaceted complex, you will be part of ensuring current and future generations can enjoy a beautiful and historically rich site in the Commonwealth of PA.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Located along the banks of the Delaware River in Bucks County, Pennsbury Manor is a 43-acre, living history complex that preserves and interprets the life of William Penn and the experiences of the colonists, servants, enslaved people and Native Americans who lived on the land, using nearly 20 buildings and the historic landscape as well as dynamic exhibits, educational programs and special events.

This role supports the upkeep of the buildings, grounds, and equipment throughout Pennsbury Manor Historic Site. It involves skilled repair and maintenance work in many building and mechanical trades. As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• General Maintenance: Perform cleaning, repair, and basic upkeep of site buildings, exhibits, and grounds
• Electrical Work: Install and maintain wiring, fixtures, circuits, and related equipment following safety standards
• Plumbing Tasks: Repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, pipes, and heating or water lines
• Grounds Care: Cut grass, trim shrubs, remove debris, and complete basic landscaping to keep areas safe
• Carpentry and Repairs: Use power tools to repair doors, furniture, partitions, and other wooden structures
• Equipment Upkeep: Service outdoor maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, and utility vehicles

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesday - Sunday, with a 30-minute lunch. Evening, weekend, and holiday work for special events and operational needs will be required.
• 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 as a Maintenance Repairman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.

Special Requirements:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• Candidates must have two or more years of experience in the following:
  • Operation and maintenance of equipment, hand tools, and power tools
  • Operation and maintenance of vehicles including trucks, utility vehicles, lawn mowers, and snow removal equipment
  • Completing routine building repairs involving but not limited to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC systems
  • Maintaining and/or repairing tools and equipment
  • Performing groundskeeping work and snow removal
  • Identifying maintenance issues and solving problems
  • Performing skilled and heavy manual labor indoors and outdoors
  • Communicating effectively both orally, electronically, and in writing
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience operating backhoes, bucket trucks, boom lifts, fork lifts, tractors, skid steers
• Experience working with the public
• Experience working with contractors, other staff and volunteers

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

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.