Custodial Worker 1 - Cook Forest State Park Complex

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Cooksburg (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is seeking a seasonal Custodial Worker 1 for Cook Forest State Park Complex in Cooksburg. The role involves hands-on cleaning to keep park buildings and outdoor areas safe and welcoming.

You will perform restroom cleaning, floor care, waste removal, and light repairs, with hours 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, March to November. Telework is not available and valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• This position requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• One or more years of cleaning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Restroom cleaning and disinfection in restrooms, bathhouses, and cabins.
• Scrub, dust, and polish floors, furniture, and fixtures.
• Empty garbage cans and replace bags; dispose of waste.
• Operate a pickup truck or utility vehicle to transport supplies.
• Replace light bulbs and report repairs to a supervisor.
• Maintain grounds: mow, trim, and clear snow/debris.

Job description

Salary

$18.41 Hourly

Location

Clarion County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

N-2026-58839

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Cook Forest St Prk Cmplx

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

80210

Position Number

00089240

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00386106

Bureau / Division

Cook Forest State Park Complex

Worksite Address

100 Route 36

City

Cooksburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16217

Contact Name

Rachel Beam

THE POSITION

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.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirements

• 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.