Park Maintenance Technician II: Hands-On, Outdoor Repairs

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

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 active, hands-on role keeps park buildings, vehicles, and equipment in safe working condition through repairs, routine upkeep, and seasonal tasks that support visitors and staff.

You will perform skilled repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and welding trades; maintain park vehicles and tools; repair

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1 or equivalent.
• Four years in building and plant maintenance with at least two trades.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Skilled repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and welding tasks on park equipment and facilities.
• Maintain and service park vehicles, tractors, mowers, and tools.
• Repair cabins, restrooms, and park buildings, including painting and masonry work.
• Grounds tasks: cut grass, snow removal, split firewood, and outdoor maintenance.
• Operate park equipment and perform on-site repairs, assisting custodial staff when needed.
• Follow safety procedures and keep work areas clean and organized.

Skills

M/R 1 experience

Multi-trade maintenance

Equivalent 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 theCook 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. Apply today to begin a career where your hard work helps protect and improve our valued state landscapes!

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 theposition 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.

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

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review theGuidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional 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.

• 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.