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Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum is Pennsylvania’s premier museum of Pennsylvania German history. Founded by George and Henry Landis in 1925, the museum has been steadfast in connecting our guests to the breadth and depth of Pennsylvania German contributions to agriculture, their unique culture, and long-standing traditions. Although this is our mission, our staff is the lifeblood of the Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum.

Open Positions

Museum Repairman

The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission is seeking a skilled, energetic tradesperson to provide building maintenance and repair, custodial support, and groundskeeping services at Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum. This application’s closing date is 9/16/2026

This position supports a historic village and working landscape that includes public buildings, event spaces, visitor areas, and outdoor grounds. If you enjoy a role that combines indoor and outdoor work and want to help keep a dynamic historic site safe, functional, and visitor-ready, apply today to join our team!

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday
Hours: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
Lunch: 30 minutes

Position Responsibilities

This position supports daily maintenance and repair work that helps keep Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum safe, functional, and ready for visitors. The role involves hands-on tasks across multiple trades and contributes to smooth site operations throughout the year.

As a Maintenance Repairman 1, you will perform the following duties:

  • Building Maintenance: Complete routine repairs and assist with preventive work on structures and building systems.
  • Grounds Work: Perform mowing, trimming, snow removal, and seasonal upkeep throughout the site.
  • Equipment Use: Operate and maintain the tools and machinery needed for daily maintenance tasks.
  • Site Readiness: Help keep museum areas clean, safe, and prepared for visitors and programs.
  • Event Support: Assist with setup and breakdown for special events and activities.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

  • Two years of general maintenance experience involving at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirement

  • Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license.

Additional Requirements

Applicants must have two or more years of experience involving at least two of the following:

  • Operating and maintaining equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
  • Operating and maintaining vehicles, including trucks, utility vehicles, lawn mowers, and snow-removal equipment.
  • Completing routine building repairs involving plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC systems, or related trades.
  • Performing groundskeeping work and snow removal.
  • Identifying maintenance issues and solving problems.
  • Performing skilled and heavy manual labor indoors and outdoors.
  • Communicating effectively orally, electronically, and in writing.

Applicants must also be able to perform the essential functions of the position. This application’s closing date is 9/16/2026

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Skilled Volunteers Needed at Landis Valley!
Are you handy with a froe, skilled with a broad axe, or experienced in building databases? The Landis Valley Farm and Garden Program is seeking skilled volunteers to assist with several exciting restoration and documentation projects:

🔨 Fence & Roof Restoration – Log Farm (Late 1700s)

  • Picket Fence Rebuild: We need approximately 400 pickets split and installed around the vegetable garden. Volunteers with experience using a froe to split wood from logs are especially encouraged to help.

  • Hay Barracks Roof Repair: Many of the beams have rotted and must be replaced. Volunteers skilled in shaping beams with a broad axe are needed to help hew new timbers using the originals as templates.

📞 Interested?
Email: landisvalleyhsp@gmail.com
Phone: 717-333-2711

Do you know someone with the right skills? Please share this opportunity! Help us preserve and interpret Pennsylvania German agricultural heritage at Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum.

Work At A Museum that Values History

If you’re interested in the history, working with the public, collaborative, creative, you’ll fit in beautifully with our team!

The Musuem is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Musuem Commission [PHMC], a Commission under the jurisdiction of the Governor of the Commonwealth. The Landis Valley Associates is the non-profit organization that servs as our Firend’s group helps the museum meets its mission through programs, generating income, and providing staff.

Landis Valley Village & Farm Musuem is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.