Custodial Worker 1 - Region 1

THE POSITION

Start your career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania! The Department of General Services is seeking a Custodial Worker 1 within the Harrisburg Regional Division to perform general cleaning of offices, restrooms, and other public areas. You will also be responsible for maintaining an assigned area in a clean and orderly condition. Your work will support a safe environment, smooth operations, and a positive experience for all building users. Join a dependable, hardworking team that keeps our facilities running strong.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the daily upkeep of offices, restrooms and public areas. You will play a vital part in keeping facilities safe, presentable, and fully functional. As a Custodial Worker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Restroom Care: Clean and sanitize restroom surfaces and fixtures; ensure supplies remain stocked
• Office Cleaning: Dust and clean furniture, equipment, windows, and other items in offices and rooms
• Floor Maintenance: Sweep, mop, buff, vacuum, and perform both routine and detailed floor care
• Trash Handling: Collect and transport trash and recycling to designated pickup areas
• Equipment Use: Operate cleaning tools and machinery and perform basic maintenance as needed
• Outdoor Upkeep: Remove snow and debris from building entrances, sidewalks, and surrounding areas where needed

Note: This position is considered essential. You will be required to report in-office during emergencies and office closings.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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).
• 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):

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