Semi-Skilled Laborer (Limited - Term) - Torrance State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; New Mexico; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Semi-Skilled Laborer to support Torrance State Hospital operations. This role involves indoor/outdoor work, maintenance tasks, grounds care, material transport, and facility improvements across a large campus.

Responsibilities include grounds maintenance, seasonal snow/ice removal, moving materials, assisting trades staff, equipment operation, and general upkeep. Full-time, limited-term 6–11 months, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, no telework; PA residency required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction.
• Valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
• Must meet PA residency requirements.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Grounds Maintenance: Maintain lawns, flower beds, trees, shrubs, roads, parking areas, and rights-of-way through mowing, trimming, cleaning, and related tasks.
• Seasonal Support: Remove snow and ice, spread sand, clear debris, and help keep walkways and outdoor areas clean.
• Material Transport: Load, unload, move, deliver, and store furniture, equipment, supplies, and other materials throughout the facility.
• Trades Assistance: Support painters, plumbers, electricians, carpenters, mechanics, and other maintenance staff with repair and construction projects.
• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, vans, tractors, mowing equipment, snow removal equipment, and other tools used in facility operations.
• Facility Upkeep: Handle infectious waste, clean drains and tunnels, perform minor road repairs, and keep work areas free of hazards.

Skills

Laboring work

Job description

Salary

$18.83 - $27.69 Hourly

Location

Westmoreland County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Limited Term Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-62392-90030

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Torrance St Hosp

Opening Date

11/10/2026

Closing Date

11/24/2026 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

00210973

Bureau / Division

Torrance State Hospital

Worksite Address

121 Longview Drive

City

Torrance, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15779

Contact Name

Sandra Schleicher

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a motivated Semi-Skilled Laborer to support operations at Torrance State Hospital. In this dynamic role, you will work both indoors and outdoors while assisting with maintenance projects, grounds care, material transport, and facility improvements. Your skills and dependability help keep a large campus clean, attractive, and operating at its best for residents, staff, and visitors. Join a team where your hard work is valued and your contributions can be seen every day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position performs a variety of labor, groundskeeping, maintenance support, transportation, and facility upkeep duties throughout Torrance State Hospital. Responsibilities include maintaining hospital grounds, assisting skilled trades staff, moving equipment and supplies, and supporting efficient facility operations. As a Semi-Skilled Laborer, you will perform the following duties:

• Grounds Maintenance: Maintain lawns, flower beds, trees, shrubs, roads, parking areas, and rights-of-way through mowing, trimming, cleaning, and related tasks
• Seasonal Support: Remove snow and ice, spread sand, clear debris, and help keep walkways and outdoor areas clean
• Material Transport: Load, unload, move, deliver, and store furniture, equipment, supplies, and other materials throughout the facility
• Trades Assistance: Support painters, plumbers, electricians, carpenters, mechanics, and other maintenance staff with repair and construction projects
• Equipment Operation: Operate trucks, vans, tractors, mowing equipment, snow removal equipment, and other tools used in facility operations
• Facility Upkeep: Handle infectious waste, clean drains and tunnels, perform minor road repairs, and keep work areas free of hazards

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time, limited-term employment for 6 months to 11 months
• 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.
• Hourly Wage:In some cases, the starting hourly wage 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:

• 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 possess a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.