Jobs at City of Reading, PA (Now Hiring) — 12 open
Intake Specialist
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Entry level
POSITION SUMMARY: The Human Relations Commission (HRC) Intake Specialist can be the first point of contact for citizens who are seeking assistance with complaints of discrimination, landlord tenant issues, rental or util…
Skills: Intake Processing, Case Evaluation, Administrative Support, Data Entry, Microsoft Office Suite
Mechanical Inspector/Plans Examiner
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$36/hr
Senior+
POSITION SUMMARY: This position is vital to the success of the Community Development Department and the Building and Trades Division. The Mechanical Inspector/Plans Examiner oversees every phase of construction from plan…
Skills: HVAC Inspection, Plan Review, Code Compliance, Regulatory Enforcement, Technical Documentation
Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$36/hr
Senior+
POSITION SUMMARY: This position is vital to the success of the Community Development Department and the Building and Trades Division. The Building Inspector/Plans Examiner oversees every phase of construction from planni…
Skills: Construction Inspection, Plan Review, Code Compliance, Customer Service, Communication
Human Relations Commission Investigator
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$15/hr
Mid level
POSITION SUMMARY: To receive filed and or transferred complaints for investigation. The position will be responsible for resolving complaints through mediation, conciliation, and other types of resolutions. Typical job d…
Skills: Mediation, Conciliation, Fact-finding, Interviewing, Case Management
Property Maintenance Inspector
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$25/hr
Mid level
POSITION SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for inspecting all existing residential, nonresidential structures and vacant lots within the City to ensure compliance to City-Housing Codes. This position will entail…
Skills: Property Inspection, Code Compliance, Health Inspections, Report Writing, Legal Filing
Custodian
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$15/hr
Senior
POSITION SUMMARY: The Part-Time Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment withing assigned facilities. This position performs routine cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, trash…
Skills: Cleaning, Sanitizing, Trash Removal, Vacuuming, Mopping
Equipment Operator II - Sewers (2nd Shift)
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$27/hr
Mid level
Schedule: 2:30pm-11:00pm POSITION SUMMARY: Position requires experience with the operation and maintenance of underground utilities to perform repairs, replacement, and rehabilitation via excavation work, pipe inspection…
Skills: Heavy Equipment Operation, Underground Utility Repair, CCTV Pipe Inspection, Vac/Jetter Truck Operation, Excavation
Part Time Downtown Ambassador
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$15/hr
Entry level
POSITION SUMMARY: The Downtown Ambassador helps create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors, residents, and the street population. They maintain Downtown’s appearance through daily cleaning and int…
Skills: Cleaning, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Manual Labor, Reporting
Zoning Inspector
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$33/hr
Mid level
POSITION SUMMARY: A Zoning Inspector is responsible for investigating complaints and issuing notices of violations. Field inspection duties are conducted independently in accordance with zoning regulations. An employee i…
Skills: Zoning Inspection, Permit Processing, Regulatory Compliance, Case Research, Public Communication
Auditing Coordinator
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Mid level
JOB VACANCY #: JV 2026-11 THE POSITION OF: Auditing Coordinator DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF: Office of the City Auditor CLASSIFICATION: N/A FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt SCHEDULE: Full-Time (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) SALARY: DOQ…
Skills: Financial Auditing, Operational Auditing, Audit Reporting, Policy Review, Analytical Ability
Part Time Grounds Maintenance
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$15/hr
Entry level
JOB VACANCY #: JV 2026-3 THE POSITION OF: Grounds Maintenance DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF: Public Works/Parks FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt CLASSIFICATION: N/A SCHEDULE: Part-Time SALARY: $15/HR POSTING DATE: February 20, 2…
Skills: Mowing, Gardening, Weeding, Custodial Work, Painting
Telecommunicator I
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Entry level
JOB VACANCY #: JV 2026-10 THE POSITION OF: Telecommunicator I DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF: Police/Special Services FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt CLASSIFICATION: AFSCME 2763 – Rank & File SCHEDULE: Full-Time (3:00 PM &…
Skills: Emergency Call Handling, Radio Console Operation, Crisis Management, Typing, Confidentiality