Welcome to Hamilton Township

Employment Opportunity

Public Works General Laborer

Hamilton Township is seeking a dependable and motivated individual to join the Township Public Works Department as a Public Works General Laborer. Full-time or part-time employment will be considered based on qualifications and Township needs.

Download Employment Application: Hamilton Township Employment Application

Position Overview

This position assists with the maintenance and repair of Township roads, public buildings, parks, and other municipal facilities. Typical duties include road maintenance, snow removal and winter storm response, equipment operation, tree care, and general maintenance tasks. The Township is willing to train the right candidate in equipment operation and other public works duties.

Key Responsibilities

    • Perform street maintenance including pothole repair and road patching
    • Snow removal and winter storm response, including after-hours operations
    • Operate Township equipment including backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, and street sweepers
    • Assist with maintenance and repair of Township vehicles and equipment
    • Perform tree trimming and related work
    • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
    • Ability to operate power tools and heavy equipment
    • Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly and up to 100 lbs. with assistance
    • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
    • CDL preferred but not required
    • Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug test, and motor vehicle record review

Work Environment

This position involves outdoor work in varying weather conditions and may require after-hours work during snow events, storms, or other emergencies. Work is performed around traffic, heavy equipment, and municipal facilities.

Schedule & Benefits

    • Four-day work week (10-hour shifts) for full-time employees
    • Paid holidays
    • Vision and dental benefits available
    • Paid uniforms provided after completion of the 90-day probationary period
    • Vacation and personal leave available to full-time employees after one year of employment
    • Participation in the Township pension plan for full-time employees in accordance with plan eligibility and vesting requirements
    • Opportunities for training and skill development

How to Apply

Applications are available at the Township Office or may be downloaded below.

Completed applications and resumes may be:

Questions may be directed to the Township Office at 717-259-7237.

Hamilton Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP – STONE / AGGREGATE BID REQUEST (MS-963)

Hamilton Township is accepting sealed bids for stone/aggregate materials (PennDOT Form MS-963) for the following approximate quantities:

• 100 ton — #4 Ballast
• 1,000 ton — #2A Aggregate
• 200 ton — #8 Stone
• 200 ton — AASHTO No. 10 Screenings
• 500 ton — #57 Clean
• 200 ton — Shot Rock

Bid Deadline: Sealed bids must be received at the Township Office no later than 3:00 PM on Monday, April 6, 2026.

Bid Opening: Bids will be opened during the regularly scheduled Hamilton Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026, beginning at 7:00 PM, at the Township Building.

The full bid package may be downloaded below or picked up at the Township Office during normal business hours.

MS-963 2026 Stone Bid Package (PDF)

Questions may be directed to the Township Office at (717) 259-7237 Ext. 102.

TAX COLLECTION HOURS

ADAMS COUNTY / HAMILTON TOWNSHIP

2026 PROPERTY & PER CAPITA TAXES

Tax payments may be made in person in the Township Meeting Room on the following dates:

Monday – April 20
Tuesday – April 21
Wednesday – April 22
Monday – April 27
Tuesday – April 28
Wednesday – April 29

🕒 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Other Payment Options

If you cannot attend during the above hours, you may:

  • Mail your tax payment, or

  • Place your payment in the locked drop box located at the front door of:

Hamilton Township Tax Collector
         1375 Pine Run Rd
      Abbottstown, PA 17301

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER SCHEDULE

Hours are subject to change without notice.
FEBRUARY 17 TUE 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  19 THU 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  23 MON 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM   ***
  26 THU 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
MARCH 3 TUE 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  5 THU 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  10 TUE 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  11 WED 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM  ***
  12 THU 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM  ***
  17 TUE 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  19 THU 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  24 TUE 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  26 THU 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  31 TUE 07:00 AM to 3:00 PM

 

🚧 Bridge No. 50 – Temporary Closure Starting  Monday, October 27, 2025

Lobar has notified the Township that Bridge No. 50, located on Green Ridge Road between Hamilton and Reading Townships, will be closed beginning Monday, October 27, 2025, at 7:00 a.m and remain closed until work is complete.

📍 Please note: This is a County project, not a Township project. Questions or concerns regarding construction should be directed to Adams County.

2026 HOLIDAY & ELECTION OFFICE CLOSURE SCHEDULE

The Hamilton Township Municipal Office will be closed on the following dates in 2026:

              • New Year’s Day – January 1, 2026 (Thursday)

              • Special Election Day – March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)

              • Primary Election Day – May 19, 2026 (Tuesday)

              • Memorial Day – May 25, 2026 (Monday)

              • Independence Day (Observed) – July 3, 2026 (Friday)

              • Labor Day – September 7, 2026 (Monday)

              • General Election Day – November 3, 2026 (Tuesday)

              • Thanksgiving Holiday – November 26–27, 2026 (Thursday–Friday)

              • Christmas Holiday – December 24–25, 2026 (Thursday–Friday)

This schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the Board of Supervisors.
Any additional closures will be posted on the Township website as needed.

OFFICE HOURS NOTICE – PSATS CONFERENCE

Please note that the Hamilton Township Office will have limited staff availability and limited office hours on:

                      • Monday, April 20, 2026

                      • Tuesday, April 21, 2026

                      • Wednesday, April 22, 2026

This is due to staff attendance at the PSATS Annual Conference.

Residents are encouraged to call the office in advance to confirm availability.
Response times may be delayed during this period.

Normal office operations will resume on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

ADAMS COUNTY LAUNCHES 911 TEXTING SERVICE

Text-to-911 is a valuable service allowing the public to send emergency messages via text.

Just like with a voice call, 911 telecommunicators will gather essential details about your emergency, including location and those involved.

While texting allows for communication, it’s important to note that it may take time. Please be patient and provide clear, concise answers. Voice calls remain preferable for quicker response.

Text-to-911 is particularly useful for individuals with speech or hearing impairments, or in situations where making noise may escalate danger, such as home invasions, domestic violence, or abductions.

OPEN RECORDS OFFICER AND RIGHT-TO-KNOW REQUESTS

The Right to Know Law requires that we post the following information:

You may request information by filling out a Right to Know form, found under the Forms tab. 

You may file a Right to Know request in person, by e-mail, by facsimile or by mail. 

If you have any questions please contact the Township Office.