State Hospital Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually
Location : Montgomery County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2026-57088-94620
Department: Department of Human Services
Division: HS Norristown St Hosp
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Closing Date: 9/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 94620
Position Number: 00307293
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: J1
Pay Group: ST04
Bureau / Division Code: 00210671
Bureau / Division: Department of Human Services/Norristown State Hospital
Worksite Address: 1415 Sterigere Street
City: Norristown, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 19401
Contact Name: Talent Management Division
Contact Email: ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
THE POSITION
The Department of Human Services (DHS) is excited to welcome a committed Maintenance Repairman 2 who enjoys fixing things and takes pride in providing quality work. This role allows you apply your trades skills to help keep Norristown State Hospital running smoothly. You will complete repairs, assist staff, and make improvements that support safety and comfort for everyone throughout the facility. Apply today for a position offering steady work and the chance to grow your abilities in a supportive environment!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role focuses on performing skilled maintenance and repair work across multiple trades to support safe and efficient operations at the hospital. It involves repairing plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, equipment, and building interiors while following safety standards. As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Plumbing Repairs: Repair pipes, fixtures, valves, traps, drains, pumps, and heating equipment
• Electrical Work: Inspect, repair, and maintain lighting, wiring, motors, and other electrical systems
• Carpentry Tasks: Remodel walls, ceilings, and floors and build items such as scaffolding, cabinets, and shelving
• Painting Duties: Prepare surfaces, mix paint, and apply finishes to interior and exterior areas
• Equipment Use: Operate hand and power tools safely while completing repairs and maintenance
• Safety Compliance: Follow safety procedures, maintain clean work areas, and participate in asbestos abatement as required

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/week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Overtime and travel will be required as needed.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• Free parking
• 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 Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.

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.

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.

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*Eligibility rules apply.
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Necessary Special Requirement - Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes
• No

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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.
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Do you have two or more years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1 while employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?

• Yes
• No

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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.
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Do you possess at least four years of full-time experience in building and plant maintenance work, which involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades?

• Yes
• No

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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.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our

• Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR - GENERAL MAINTENANCEPerforms general maintenance and repair tasks such as cleaning filters, replacing seals/gaskets, oiling/greasing tools and equipment; making minor repairs to vehicles, tractors, lawn mowers, chain saws, leaf blowers, etc.; adjusting building systems using welders, drills, power saws, wrenches, channel locks, ratchet sets, and related mechanical tools and equipment. Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience performing general maintenance and repair tasks. I was responsible for projects such as cleaning or replacing filters, seals, and gaskets; oiling tools and equipment; making minor repairs to equipment, and adjusting building systems.
• B. I have experience performing general maintenance tasks. I was responsible for projects such as cleaning or replacing filters, seals, and gaskets and