Maintenance Repairman 1 - French Creek State Park Complex

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation & Natural Resources seeks a seasonal Maintenance Repairman 1 at the French Creek State Park Complex in Downingtown. You will learn and apply carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and other trades while caring for park buildings, trails, and outdoor spaces in a scenic setting.

You will work outdoors on maintenance tasks, interact with park visitors, and help keep facilities safe and welcoming.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in general maintenance with at least two of building, electrical, or mechanical trades.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.
• You must meet PA residency requirements and be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance: repair buildings, facilities, and structures using carpentry, plumbing, roofing and other trades.
• Grounds Work: mow grass, trim vegetation, plant trees, and maintain turf areas.
• Equipment Operation: operate and maintain park equipment such as mowers and power tools.
• Construction Support: build forms, mix and place cement, assist with basic construction tasks.
• Visitor Assistance: provide information and support to park users while keeping areas clean.
• Safety Practices: follow safety rules and report hazards.

Skills

General maintenance

Trade skills

Grounds maintenance

Job description

Salary

$18.83 Hourly

Location

Chester County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-60062-94610

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN French Creek St Prk Cmplx

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

11/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

94610

Position Number

00025905

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00386328

Bureau / Division

CN French Creek St Prk Cmplx

Worksite Address

675 Park Road

City

Downingtown, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19335

Contact Name

OA, CE Section Intake Division

Contact Email

THE POSITION

Would you enjoy a career working outdoors and using your hands to help keep Commonwealth parks safe, clean, and inviting for visitors? Build a strong future as a seasonal Maintenance Repairman 1 with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) at the French Creek State Park Complex. This position gives you the chance to help care for park buildings, trails, and outdoor spaces that park goers explore every year. You will learn a variety of maintenance skills while working in a beautiful natural setting. Apply today to join a team that values hard work and collaboration, and takes pride in keeping Pennsylvania parks safe and welcoming!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of park buildings, grounds, and equipment at the French Creek State Park Complex. Your work will involve various trade projects, outdoor tasks, and interaction with park visitors. As a seasonal Maintenance Repairman 1, you will perform the following duties:

• General Maintenance: Make repairs to buildings, facilities, and structures using carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and other trade skills
• Grounds Work: Mow grass, trim vegetation, plant trees, and maintain turf areas throughout the park
• Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain mowers, trucks, power tools, and other park equipment
• Construction Support: Build forms, mix and place cement, and assist with basic construction tasks
• Visitor Assistance: Provide information and support to park users while helping maintain clean public areas
• Safety Practices: Follow safety rules, report hazards, and ensure proper use of tools and protective equipment

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 February 2026 until October 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment approximately in February 2027.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Work will be scheduled 5 days/37.5 hours per week. Days and shifts will vary and will include holidays and weekends.
• 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:

• Two years of experience in general maintenance work which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Class C 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 submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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.