Maintenance Repairman 2 - Cook Forest State Park Complex (DCNR Employees Only)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) is seeking a Maintenance Repairman 2 to service park buildings, vehicles, and equipment at the Cook Forest State Park Complex. This role emphasizes hands-on repairs across multiple trades to keep facilities safe and operational for visitors and staff.

The position involves repairing park cabins and buildings, maintaining equipment, and supporting seasonal outdoor maintenance activities, with a schedule of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, five days a week.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1; or four years of experience in building and plant maintenance across at least two of the trades; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Skilled Repairs: Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and welding tasks on park equipment and facilities.
• Equipment Maintenance: Service park vehicles, tractors, mowers, and tools.
• Facility Upkeep: Repair cabins, restrooms, and park buildings, including painting and masonry work.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Job description

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.

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.

Organization or Location Restrictions:

• This posting is restricted to Department of Conservation & Natural Resources employees only.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1; 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.

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding. If no applicable union‑covered bidders apply, other applicants may be considered.

• Seniority rights apply for Maintenance Repairman 1s; non‑permanent Maintenance Repairman 2s - Lateral
• Seniority/Promotion Unit: 203

You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.

Recruitment Methods:

• Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
  • Seniority Promotion
  • Seniority Unit Lateral
• When the collective bargaining obligation(s) have been met; then the following recruitment methods may be used:
  • Promotion Without Exam
  • Reassignment(Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary, within the same occupational group or where there is a logical career movement, will qualify for reassignment.)
  • Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
  • Voluntary Demotion

Promotion Without Examination (PWOE):

• Class Restrictions for Promotion Without Examination Only - You must have or have held regular civil service status in one of the following classifications:
  • Maintenance Repairman 1
• Employees who previously held regular civil service status in the job title of the position being filled are also eligible for promotion without examination.
• The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
• Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
• Applicants must have a minimum of one year in the next lower class by the posting closing date with no break in service.

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.