Pennsylvania Department of General Services

Thank you to all participating Commonwealth agencies who made it out to today’s State Employee Combined Appeal (SECA) charitable giving kick-off event in Soldier’s Grove! The event featured a car show, DJ, plenty of food, games, a dunk tank, and more. Judging from the turnout, smiles, weather, and the number of times DGS Secretary McNeil and Deputy Secretary of Procurement Brian Esposito were dunked, the charitable giving event was a success! SECA is the Commonwealth’s annual workplace charitable giving campaign. Employees may donate to any of about 1,000 participating nonprofits. The annual pledge period runs for eight weeks each fall and provides employees the opportunity to donate through recurring payroll deduction, one-time payroll deduction, or check or money order. Learn more about the SECA at https://lnkd.in/eAmffra9.

🚗💼 Exciting Career Opportunity Alert! 💼🚗 Do you have a background in the automotive industry and expertise in vehicle or fleet procurement? If so, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has a perfect role for you! The Department of General Services is hiring a Commodity Specialist in Harrisburg, PA, In this position, you'll: 🔹 Oversee procurement activities, from strategy development to contract management  🔹 Handle the supply base for vehicle and fleet procurement  🔹 Collect and analyze commodity data to understand market dynamics and agency needs  🔹 Stay updated on vehicle market trends and conduct thorough market research  🔹 Negotiate and build relationships with vehicle vendors  🔹 Analyze solicitation results through cost analysis and compare to baselines Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our vehicle procurement strategy! https://lnkd.in/e7D54Vj6 Accepting applications through September 9, 2024. #CareerOpportunity #AutomotiveIndustry #FleetProcurement #JobOpening #HarrisburgPA #Jobseekers #Careers #Hiring

The Pennsylvania Department of General Services introduced final site design plans for the approximately $450 million joint laboratory complex that will provide state-of-the-art research and analysis facilities to four Commonwealth agencies and transform the grounds of the former Harrisburg State Hospital property within five years. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g87N3js2

Delivering on a key campaign promise, the Shapiro-Davis Administration is boosting the amount the Commonwealth spends with small diverse businesses (SDBs) and set a new record during 2022-23 with nearly $700 million going to vendors and contracts with SDBs and veteran business enterprises (VBEs). The Department of General Services (DGS), which handles all state procurement and contracts, announced that the Commonwealth spent $691 million with SDBs and VBEs during the 2022-23 fiscal year, a significant increase over the $562 million spent the previous fiscal year. This record-breaking investment included an increase in spending with Black-owned and Latino-owned businesses, growing from $104 million in 2021-22 to $136 million in 2022-23. "These record-breaking investments in small businesses reflect the Shapiro-Davis Administration's unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive economy. By empowering business owners of all backgrounds, we're not only fostering economic growth but also ensuring that the benefits of prosperity are shared across every community in Pennsylvania," said DGS Secretary Reggie McNeil. “This achievement is a testament to this administration's continued focus on building a stronger, more equitable Commonwealth." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e3JH5FDC

Today, the Department of General Services' Bureau of Vehicle Management (BVM) announced that more than 300 used vehicles, including 30 motorcycles, will be up for public purchase at the August Commonwealth Vehicle Auction. The auction is open to the public and will take place on August 13th at 10 a.m. at Manheim Keystone Pennsylvania, 488 Firehouse Road in Grantville. An in-person preview of vehicles begins on Thursday, August 8th, and will run through Sunday, August 11th. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFqrVS7r

Are you experienced in building automation? Do you have experience in working with programmable controller software and hardware, as it pertains to multi-million-dollar network control systems? Are you skilled in troubleshooting both software and hardware for commercial HVAC systems? Then the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Building Automation Systems Technician 1 may be a great position for you! In this role with the Department of General Services, you will use your knowledge of the principles and theories of computerized networking systems and carry out duties such as making copies of files and producing backup files to protect sites from catastrophic failures. You will utilize Advance Control Network Troubleshooting Methods in your day to day while working with network control systems such as Johnson Controls Metasys Network and Siemens Apogee Insight. Some of your day will include working with computerized lighting systems, repeaters, hubs, modems, controllers, sensors and actuators. You will also perform air quality and temperature and humidity testing in all Commonwealth buildings to ensure precise calibration. If you are looking for something new to expand your professional experience while enjoying the work-life balance and benefits the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has to offer, be sure to apply today! https://lnkd.in/ePjTbc9G #findyourpassion #careers #hiring #jobs #jobseekers #publicservice #maintenance

Are you ready for a career offering outstanding benefits and an amazing schedule that promotes work-life balance? Do you possess four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades? If so, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites you to explore an exciting career opportunity as a Maintenance Repairman 2 in Harrisburg, PA. As part of the Department of General Services, your role will span a diverse array of skilled and semi-skilled responsibilities across multiple trades. These include installing, repairing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and refrigeration systems, units, equipment, and associated peripherals in Commonwealth buildings. Your tasks will also entail operating and monitoring Building Automation Systems (BAS) to facilitate maintenance activities. You will act as the initial responder, assessing and making necessary adjustments to equipment to resolve mechanical alarms or address occupant comfort issues. If this sounds like a position you would like to learn more about, follow the link below to #findyourpassion for public service! https://lnkd.in/emEvHCWM #findyourpassion #careers #hiring #jobs #maintenance #skilledtrades

FM Global, the Commonwealth’s excess liability insurance carrier, will be demonstrating its experience truck that will allow visitors to see the hazards that the Commonwealth faces and strategies to remain resilient. The Risk Prevention tour will be at the Farm Show Complex parking area from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on August 1.   Visitors can expect to:   Get their hands wet at our interactive flood table as they race to beat rising waters Use our Global Flood Map touchscreen to view flood exposures anywhere in the world See how a seismic gas shutoff valve prevents large releases of flammable gas room pipes Test flood mitigation products that can hold back rising water Learn safe hot work procedures that stop sparks from welding, soldering and more Discover the benefits of using FM Approved solutions to safely store ignitable liquid Watch sprinklers discharge Discover the importance of inspection and testing of fire protection equipment And much, much more! This event aims to bring together Commonwealth professionals and experts from FM Global to share insights, experiences, and best practices in mitigating risks effectively.   Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eQcVVUhR

For the 5th consecutive year, the DGS Bureau of Procurement (BOP) has been recognized as a 2024 EPEAT Purchaser Award Winner. The award celebrates leaders in sustainable electronics procurement and comes from the Global Electronics Council (GEC), the nonprofit that manages the Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) ecolabel. BOP uses EPEAT to efficiently address the lifecycle impacts of electronics purchased by DGS. The Commonwealth was 1 of 6 states to receive this award. The energy savings produced by BOP’s green electronics purchases are outlined in the graphic below. #sustainability #sustainableprocurement

Are you skilled in multiple trades and passionate about making a positive impact through exceptional service? Do you want an opportunity to contribute your skills and dedication to the first family of Pennsylvania? If so, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Maintenance Repairman 2 at the Governor’s residence in Harrisburg. In this role with the Department of General Services, you will perform various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of the Governor’s residence. Work involves proficiency in several trades, strong communication skills, a hospitable demeanor, and a strong work ethic. Employees exercise technical independence in determining work methods and procedures, and receive assignments orally or through written instructions, which may be accompanied by sketches or diagrams. The Commonwealth offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, sick and annual leave from day one, and many more perks for full-time positions. Take the next step in your maintenance career, apply online: https://lnkd.in/eqRuwquy