Park Maintenance Technician: Multi‑Trade Pro

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Kings Gap Environmental Education Center, Cumberland County, is seeking a Maintenance Repairman 2 for a Civil Service permanent, full-time position. The role offers hands-on work across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry and mechanical trades to maintain park facilities and natural spaces.

You will operate equipment, lead laborers and volunteers, maintain trails and grounds, and support hazardous tree removal and seasonal upkeep.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Skilled Trade Work: Perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and mechanical tasks to maintain park facilities.
• Equipment Operation: Operate light and heavy equipment and complete required maintenance logs.
• Landscape Care: Maintain trails, roads, lawns, and garden areas throughout the center.
• Resource Management: Support hazardous tree removal, invasive species control, and pesticide and herbicide programs.
• Seasonal Maintenance: Conduct snow removal, winter preparation, and seasonal facility upkeep.
• Project Leadership: Guide laborers, volunteers, and other workers during repairs and construction projects.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Trade skills

Driver's license

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Kings Gap Environmental Education Center, Cumberland County, is seeking a Maintenance Repairman 2 for a Civil Service permanent, full-time position. The role offers hands-on work across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry and mechanical trades to maintain park facilities and natural spaces.

You will operate equipment, lead laborers and volunteers, maintain trails and grounds, and support hazardous tree removal and seasonal upkeep.