Maintenance Repairman 2 - Cook Forest State Park Complex

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Cooksburg (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is seeking a Maintenance Repairman 2 for the Cook Forest State Park Complex in Cooksburg. You’ll perform repairs across trades to keep park buildings, vehicles, and equipment safe and functional, coordinating with staff for daily upkeep and seasonal tasks.

Work is full-time, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, five days per week with weekends/holidays; on-site work only, no telework.

Qualifications

• Two years of Maintenance Repairman 1 experience or four years in building/plant maintenance.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training meeting required knowledges, skills, and abilities.
• PA Class C Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and welding repairs on park equipment and facilities.
• Service park vehicles, tractors, mowers, and tools through routine and advanced repair work.
• Repair cabins, restrooms, and park buildings, including painting and masonry work.
• Cut grass, clear snow, split firewood, and assist with seasonal outdoor maintenance activities.
• Operate park equipment, complete on-site repairs, and help custodial staff when needed.
• Follow safety procedures, maintain clean work areas, and assist with weather station monitoring.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Building maintenance

Hands-on trades

Education

Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License

Job description

Salary: $41,506.00 - $61,927.00 Annually

Location: Clarion County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number: CS-2026-59241-94620

Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division: CN Cook Forest St Prk Cmplx

Opening Date: 10/08/2026

Closing Date: 10/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 94620

Position Number: 00056325

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: J1

Pay Group: ST04

Bureau / Division Code: 00386106

Bureau / Division: Cook Forest State Park Complex

Worksite Address: 1846 Forest Road

City: Cooksburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code: 16217

Contact Name: Rachel Beam

Contact Email: [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you someone who enjoys being out in the fresh air and working with your hands? If so, the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) invites you to advance your career as a Maintenance Repairman 2 within the Cook Forest State Park Complex. This is an active role which allows you to showcase your hands‑on skills to keep park buildings, vehicles, and equipment in safe working condition. You will take part in repairs, daily upkeep, and seasonal tasks that support park visitors and staff.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on repairing and maintaining park buildings, bridges, vehicles, and equipment to support safe and efficient operations. It involves hands‑on work across several trades and regular coordination with staff throughout the park. As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Skilled Repairs: Perform mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and welding tasks on park equipment and facilities
• Equipment Maintenance: Service park vehicles, tractors, mowers, and tools through routine and advanced repair work
• Facility Upkeep: Repair cabins, restrooms, and park buildings, including painting, masonry work, and structural fixes
• Grounds Tasks: Cut grass, clear snow, split firewood, and assist with seasonal outdoor maintenance activities
• Operational Support: Operate park equipment, complete on‑site repairs, and help custodial staff when needed
• Safety Monitoring: Follow safety procedures, maintain clean work areas, and assist with weather station monitoring

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 7:00 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
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of experience in building and plant 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.

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.