Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) - Sproul Forest District, Clinton County

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Westport (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Forest Maintenance Worker for Sproul Forest District to help care for trails, plant trees and maintain facilities. The role emphasizes outdoor work supporting forest conservation and wildfire protection, with a schedule aligned to seasonal operations.

Responsibilities include road and trail maintenance, sign and facility upkeep, and coordination with district personnel.

Qualifications

• One year of laboring experience with maintenance or construction tools and equipment.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Road maintenance: clear culverts, remove debris, clean side ditches and maintain forest roadways.
• Regeneration work: plant trees, maintain deer fences, operate tractors, support plantings.
• Trail care: groom trails with snowmobiles/ATVs, use chainsaws and hand tools.
• Facility upkeep: perform painting, roofing, concrete work and general maintenance.
• Sign preparation: operate woodworking tools to build and maintain signs and markers.
• Fire protection: maintain wildfire tools, reduce hazards, assist with fire suppression.

Skills

Laboring experience

Tools & equipment

Job description

Salary: $18.83 Hourly

Location: Clinton County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number: CS-2026-58092-90030

Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division: CN Fors Dstr #10

Opening Date: 09/09/2026

Closing Date: 9/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 90030

Position Number: 00014291

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: J1

Pay Group: ST03

Bureau / Division Code: 00388110

Bureau / Division: Bureau of Forestry / Forest District #10

Worksite Address: 37 Cooks Run Road

City: Westport, Pennsylvania

Zip Code: 17778

Contact Name: Becky Hershberger

Contact Email: [e-mail]

The Position

Would you enjoy a career working outdoors and helping to care for the valued forests that thousands of visitors rely on each year? As a Forest Maintenance Worker at Sproul Forest District with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), you will support the upkeep of public lands enjoyed by hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts. You will help maintain trails, plant trees, repair facilities, and contribute to wildfire protection. This position provides meaningful outdoor work that not only strengthens your skills, but also supports forest conservation. Apply today to begin a career that makes a positive impact on Pennsylvania's natural resources!

Description of Work

This role supports forest maintenance and wildfire protection throughout the Sproul Forest District. You will help care for roads, trails, facilities, and forest boundaries while assisting with conservation and fire safety tasks. As a Forest Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:

• Road Maintenance: Clear culverts, remove debris, clean side ditches, and help maintain forest roadways
• Regeneration Work: Plant trees, maintain deer fences, operate tractors, and support tree planting projects
• Trail Care: Use snowmobiles, ATVs, chainsaws, and hand tools to groom trails and clear brush
• Facility Upkeep: Perform painting, roofing, concrete work, and general building maintenance
• Sign Preparation: Operate woodworking tools to build and maintain wooden signs and entrance markers
• Fire Protection: Maintain wildfire tools, reduce fire hazards, assist with fire suppression, and communicate with district personnel

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare 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 March 2027.
• Work hours will be between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM Monday - Friday. Specifics about work schedules, including the possibility of an alternate work schedule, will be discussed during the interview.
• Overtime may be required for wildfire response and suppression or other emergencies such as search and rescue response.
• 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

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.

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.

Examination Information

• 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.