Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Sigel (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Jefferson County, PA is seeking a Park Maintenance Worker to support park operations and assist with a variety of semi-skilled tasks. You will gain hands-on experience operating tools and equipment to maintain park facilities and grounds.

The role is seasonal, full-time, with a schedule of 37.5 hours per week, and includes field work at Cook Forest State Park Complex; telework is not offered, and overtime may be required. Training and probationary periods apply.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in laboring work using tools and equipment.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor such as digging holes and loading materials with hand tools.
• Mow and trim grass using mowing equipment.
• Clean buildings and remove snow from walkways and roads.
• Make repairs to structures and facilities with common trade tools.
• Operate and maintain tractors, pumps, compressors, and similar equipment.
• Assist skilled workers and help with cement work and stone or block wall construction.

Skills

Labor and construction

Job description

Salary: $18.83 Hourly

Location: Jefferson County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number: CS-2026-56411-90030

Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division: CN Cook Forest St Prk Cmplx

Opening Date: 08/25/2026

Closing Date: 9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 90030

Position Number: 00044389

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: J1

Pay Group: ST03

Bureau / Division Code: 00386106

Bureau / Division: Cook Forest State Park Complex

Worksite Address: 1347 Clear Creek Park Road

City: Sigel, Pennsylvania

Zip Code: 15860

Contact Name: Rachel Beam

Contact Email: [e-mail]

The Position

Become a Park Maintenance Worker with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and help support park projects that make a difference. You will take part in a wide range of activities that keep the park operating smoothly. This role provides hands‑on experience using tools and equipment that assist in maintaining park facilities. If you enjoy active work and want to support public spaces, this job offers a rewarding opportunity.

Description of Work

This position supports park operations by performing semi‑skilled tasks that contribute to the construction and maintenance of park projects. As a Park Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:

• Manual Labor: Dig holes and ditches and load materials using hand tools
• Grounds Work: Mow and trim grass with various types of mowing equipment
• Facility Upkeep: Clean buildings and remove snow from walkways and roads
• Repair Tasks: Make repairs to structures and facilities using common trade tools
• Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain tractors, pumps, compressors, and similar equipment
• Project Assistance: Assist skilled workers and help with cement work and stone or block wall construction

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 March 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee Upon successful completion of probationary period, the employee will automatically be returned to employment March 2027.
• Days/shifts will vary due to the seasonal nature of the position, holidays and weekends will be required, will work 37.5 hours/5 days per week.
• Overtime and travel may be required
• 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:

• One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid PA non‑commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

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.

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.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.