Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer)

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Sigel (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is hiring a Park Maintenance Worker to support park projects and operations. The role offers hands‑on experience with tools and equipment for facility maintenance and grounds upkeep within state parks.

Responsibilities include digging, mowing, cleaning facilities, basic repairs, operating equipment, and assisting skilled workers with construction tasks. This is a seasonal, full‑time position with a March–November schedule and no telework option.

Qualifications

• This position requires one year of laboring work experience including the use of maintenance tools or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Laboring work

Use of tools

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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.

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.

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.

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 oncefor this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.