Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) - Bald Eagle State Park

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Howard Township (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Bald Eagle State Park seeks a Park Maintenance Worker to keep facilities welcoming and safe. This hands-on, outdoor role involves maintaining park buildings, grounds, and marina systems while assisting visitors.

As a seasonal, full-time employee, you will perform repairs, grounds maintenance, equipment care, and simple construction tasks with a focus on safety and service. The schedule runs roughly March through November, with shifts including holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Facility repairs: Make repairs to park buildings and structures using basic trade tools.
• Ground maintenance: Maintain lawns, trails and outdoor areas by mowing, trimming, and cleaning.
• Equipment care: Clean and maintain vehicles and equipment used throughout the park.
• Marina support: Assist with installation and repair of marina systems and courtesy docks.
• Construction tasks: Build forms, mix cement and complete simple masonry work.
• Visitor assistance: Provide helpful information and support to park visitors.

Skills

Laboring work experience

Use of basic tools

Job description

Salary

$18.83 Hourly

Location

Centre County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-58701-90030

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Bald Eagle St Prk

Opening Date

09/25/2026

Closing Date

10/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

90030

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00386133

Bureau / Division

Bald Eagle State Park

Worksite Address

149 Main Park Road

City

Howard, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16841

Contact Name

Rachel Beam

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

The Park Maintenance Worker for the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bald Eagle State Park plays a key role in keeping the park welcoming and safe. This position lets you work outdoors while helping to maintain the beauty and function of park facilities. Every day brings new tasks that support visitors and protect natural spaces. It is a hands-on job where your efforts make a clear and positive impact.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the daily upkeep and repair of park buildings, grounds, and facilities. Work involves construction tasks, equipment care, and general maintenance across Bald Eagle State Park. As a Park Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:

• Facility Repairs: Make repairs to park buildings and structures using basic trade tools
• Ground Maintenance: Maintain lawns, trails and outdoor areas by mowing, trimming, and cleaning
• Equipment Care: Clean and maintain vehicles and equipment used throughout the park
• Marina Support: Assist with installation and repair of marina systems and courtesy docks
• Construction Tasks: Build forms, mix cement and complete simple masonry work
• Visitor Assistance: Provide helpful information and support to park visitors

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition 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 will automatically be returned to employment March 2027.
• Employee will work 37.5 hours/5 days per week to include holidays and weekends. Days and shifts will vary.
• 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.

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.

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).
• 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 the Guidance 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.

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