Custodial Worker 1 - Cook Forest State Park Complex

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Cooksburg (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Seasonal Custodial Worker 1 to help keep Cook Forest State Park Complex clean, safe, and welcoming for visitors. The role involves hands-on duties across park buildings and outdoor areas, with a focus on practical, reliable cleaning tasks.

Work runs March 2026 to November 2026, with hours from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and no telework option. A valid driver’s license is required and applicants should be able to perform essential job

Qualifications

• This position requires a valid driver's license not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect restrooms, bathhouses, and cabins.
• Scrub, dust, and shine floors, furniture, and fixtures in park buildings.
• Empty trash, replace bags, and dispose of waste in dumpsters.
• Operate a pickup truck or utility vehicle to transport cleaning tools and supplies.
• Replace light bulbs and report needed repairs to a supervisor.
• Perform grounds maintenance including litter pickup and snow/ debris clearance.

Skills

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Job description

Would you enjoy a hands-on role focused on helping to keep a beautiful state park clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone? As a seasonal Custodial Worker 1 with the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR), you will have the fulfilling opportunity to support the beautiful landscapes of the Cook Forest State Park Complex. This position conducts a wide range of manual tasks to ensure for clean and safe surroundings for all visitors to enjoy. It is a great fit if you enjoy practical work and seeing the results of your efforts. Apply today to join a team that values dedication and service!

This position supports the daily cleanliness and upkeep of park buildings and outdoor areas throughout Cook Forest State Park Complex. Through your work, you will help to ensure safe and pleasant surroundings for all visitors. As a Custodial Worker 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Restroom Cleaning: Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, showers, floors, and walls in restrooms, bathhouses, and cabins
• Floor And Fixture Care: Scrub, dust, and polish floors, furniture, and fixtures in park buildings
• Waste Removal: Empty garbage cans throughout the park, replace garbage bags, and dispose of waste in dumpsters
• Equipment Operation: Operate a pickup truck or utility vehicle to transport cleaning tools and supplies
• Minor Repairs: Replace light bulbs and carry out simple repairs or report needed fixes to a supervisor
• Grounds Maintenance: Pick up litter along roadways and buildings, maintain turf areas using mowers and trimmers, and clear snow and debris from walkways

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal, full-time employment without health care benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment in March 2027.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Hours and days may vary due to seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license which is not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• One or more years of cleaning experience.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.