Job Description
Salary: $35,306.00 - $46,924.00 Annually
Location : Berks County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2025-34767
Department: Department of Human Services
Division: HS Wernersville St Hosp
Opening Date: 10/08/2025
Closing Date: 10/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 80210
Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: N1
Pay Group: ST02
Bureau / Division Code: 00210781
Bureau / Division: Wernersville State Hospital
Worksite Address: 160 Main Street
City: Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 19565
Contact Name: HHS Intake
Contact Email: ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov
THE POSITION If you are someone who takes pride in keeping things clean and enjoys working with others, then we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our team at Wernersville State Hospital is looking for enthusiastic and motivated Custodial Workers to join us in providing top-notch custodial care and linen distribution services. We value a positive attitude and offer a fulfilling career path for those who are passionate about teamwork and making a difference in our facility. Do not wait-apply now and become a valuable member of our team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Custodial Worker 1, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the hospital in designated areas. By maintaining a clean and comfortable environment, you will contribute to the well-being and safety of consumers, staff, and visitors. In this position, it is important to follow established regulations and procedures to prevent injuries while performing your duties. Additionally, your responsibilities may involve tasks such as shoveling snow, cleaning walkways, and keeping the outside premises and building entrances clean and orderly. As an essential employee, you will be expected to report to work during emergencies and office closures, showcasing your dedication to the job and the community.
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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This may change based on operational needs.
- Rotating weekends and holidays as assigned
- Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $35,306.00 (before taxes).
- 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 Additional Requirement: - 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).
- 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 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.
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