Custodial Guide 1, Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, Harrisburg

The State Museum of Pennsylvania is looking for a skilled and energetic person to provide custodial and maintenance services throughout the State Museum and Pennsylvania State Archives complex. In addition, this Custodial Guide 1 position assists in setting up the facilities for special events. This entry-level position reports to the Building Maintenance Foreman. If you are interested in having a public service career in the most unique and exciting museum in the Commonwealth, please apply today.

Salary range: $32,978.00 – $48,489.00 Annually

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A Custodial Guide 1 performs general housekeeping details such as cleaning restrooms, restocking restroom supplies, floor cleaning/spill cleanups, and disinfection procedures throughout the museum. You will assist with program/event setups and tear downs; perform minor maintenance by providing assistance to maintenance personnel and report maintenance concerns to the Foreman for follow-up. Other duties include providing visitors services by placing stanchions; providing information and directions; and answering questions about the museum; inspecting and providing reports on emergency exit stairways for lighting, cleanliness, and accessibility on a weekly basis.

You will respond to alarms and alerts; implement safety, accident, and security procedures; assist visitors and employees during emergency situations; perform inspections of facilities; and complete incident/accident reports as needed. On a limited basis, you may be asked to provide a security presence in the State Museum and Archives buildings in assigned areas; monitor video surveillance system and fire and security systems; be alert to weak security points and potential missing or damaged artifacts.

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 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Wednesday – Sunday, with 60-minute lunch.
  • Overtime may be required.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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• 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:

• Six months of experience in security or buildings and grounds maintenance work; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a standard high school; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Necessary Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid Class C motor vehicle operator’s Driver’s License.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Willing and able to work in Dauphin County.
• Experience performing commercial janitorial work.
• Experience performing building and/or grounds maintenance work.
• Experience performing security work.
• Experience using a computer and Microsoft Office software including Word, Outlook, and Excel and also security software.
• Experience monitoring security cameras and computer programs that aid surveillance.
• Ability to lift and move objects or equipment up to 40 pounds.

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.

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.