Forest Maintenance Lead — Trails & Roads

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Thornhurst Township (PA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s DCNR seeks a Forest Maintenance Supervisor for the Pinchot Forest District. You will supervise staff, plan assignments, monitor projects, and help protect natural resources across roads, trails, facilities, and wildfire suppression efforts.

The role requires four years of semi-skilled maintenance or construction experience, plus a PA license. Salary ranges from $46,827 to $70,592 annually; work location is Thornhurst, PA with a standard M-F schedule.

Qualifications

• Four years of semi-skilled maintenance or construction experience which includes one year in the operation of small and medium size construction or agricultural equipment
• Active motor vehicle license is required; Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License may be required
• Possession of valid residency requirements and the ability to meet all PA employment rules

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance staff and provide instruction on proper methods, safety procedures, and work techniques
• Organize and assign maintenance tasks based on district goals and project needs
• Review maintenance activities, assess project progress, and offer recommendations to management
• Set work standards, evaluate employee performance, and complete required reports
• Determine material, equipment, and supply needs and prepare purchase requests
• Ensure safe work practices and discuss hazards and precautions with employees

Skills

Staff supervision

Work planning

Project evaluation

Performance management

Resource management

Safety oversight

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s DCNR seeks a Forest Maintenance Supervisor for the Pinchot Forest District. You will supervise staff, plan assignments, monitor projects, and help protect natural resources across roads, trails, facilities, and wildfire suppression efforts.

The role requires four years of semi-skilled maintenance or construction experience, plus a PA license. Salary ranges from $46,827 to $70,592 annually; work location is Thornhurst, PA with a standard M-F schedule.