Adaptive Equipment Technician

Are you a dedicated, compassionate individual with a strong work ethic and hands-on experience? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking an enthusiastic Adaptive Equipment Technician to join our team at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference in the lives of veterans and their spouses, we encourage you to apply today!

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In this important role, you will manage the fabrication, assembly, repair, and maintenance of assistive devices for our residents. You will select the appropriate materials and utilize both hand and power tools to carry out a variety of skilled tasks in constructing, modifying, maintaining, and repairing adaptive equipment. Your duties will involve crafting, machining, and assembling parts for specialized assistive and therapeutic devices designed to meet the individual needs of each resident. These devices may include those used to aid in activities of daily living, such as manual wheelchairs, scooters, mechanical beds and lifts, carts, walkers, contour chairs, and body and leg braces, among others.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience in the fabrication, assembly, or repair of adaptive equipment.

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.

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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.