Custodial Worker 1 - Torrance State Hospital (Limited Term)

Do you care about providing a clean, safe environment for others? The Department of Human Services is looking for reliable Custodial Workers to join our amazing team at Torrance State Hospital. In this essential role, your work will ensure our facility remains a healthy space for consumers and staff. If you are motivated to provide high-quality service, apply today to help us make a difference!

As a Custodial Worker 1, your role is vital in maintaining a clean and safe environment within the hospital. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, removing trash and debris, and maintaining the appearance of the floors and walls. You will also be expected to assist with linen delivery and maintain outdoors areas of the facility. This position requires physical labor, such as operating housekeeping equipment, lifting, and using ladders to achieve high sanitation standards. Your work will directly impact the well-being of consumers and staff, making it a crucial role in the hospital.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Limited-term, full-time employment. The term of these positions is 6 to 11 months.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. This role involves a rotating weekend schedule, typically one weekend every four weeks, with corresponding weekdays off. Schedules are subject to operational adjustments.
• Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

• 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.

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.