Forest Maintenance Supervisor - Pinchot Forest District, Lackawanna County

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Gouldsboro (Wayne County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Forest Maintenance Supervisor within the DCNR. You will lead staff, plan assignments, and oversee maintenance across roads, trails, facilities, and equipment, while supporting wildfire suppression efforts and safe operations.

The role emphasizes supervision, project evaluation, and resource management in a field setting. A PA CDL and an active driver’s license are required; residency rules apply, with full-time, on-site work and standard

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; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license and PA Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance employees 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

Safety procedures

Resource management

Education

Four years of semi-skilled maintenance or construction experience (with one year operating equipment)

Tools

Active driver’s license

Commercial Driver’s License (PA)

Job description

Are you ready to take on a leadership role that helps preserve some of Pennsylvania’s most beautiful natural areas? As a Forest Maintenance Supervisor with the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR), you will oversee vital maintenance projects that support safe roads, quality trails, and healthy forest environments. You will lead staff, plan important assignments, and help protect natural resources throughout the district. Apply today to embark upon a career path where your work makes a meaningful difference every day!

This position oversees maintenance and construction activities across the Pinchot Forest District, including work on roads, trails, facilities, equipment, and other infrastructure. Your work will also focus on wildfire suppression efforts and ensure safe, well-organized operations. As a Forest Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Direct maintenance employees and provide instruction on proper methods, safety procedures, and work techniques

• Work Planning: Organize and assign maintenance tasks based on district goals and project needs

• Project Evaluation: Review maintenance activities, assess project progress, and offer recommendations to management

• Performance Management: Set work standards, evaluate employee performance, and complete required reports

• Resource Management: Determine material, equipment, and supply needs and prepare purchase requests

• Safety Oversight: Ensure safe work practices and discuss hazards and precautions with employees

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel will be required for daily use of the state vehicles, trainings, and meetings.
• Occasional overtime will be required as necessary.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.