Park Maintenance Worker (Semi skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Lackawanna State Park Complex

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Park Maintenance Worker to join their team. This role offers the chance to work outdoors while performing essential maintenance and construction tasks at a beautiful state park. You will be responsible for the upkeep of facilities, operating various tools and equipment, and ensuring the park remains a welcoming environment for visitors. If you enjoy hands-on work and take pride in serving the public, this position provides a fulfilling opportunity with potential for career advancement. Join a team that values hard work and dedication to the community!

Qualifications

• One year of experience in maintenance or construction work.
• Valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and construction tasks independently.
• Operate and maintain park vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct ground maintenance tasks such as mowing and litter collection.

Skills

Maintenance Skills

Construction Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical Skills

Vehicle Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Wood Chippers

Masonry Tools

Construction Tools

Job description

Are you passionate about outdoor work? If so, consider becoming a Park Maintenance Worker with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. In this role, you will handle regular maintenance and construction tasks at the Lackawanna State Park Complex. Experience the fulfillment of serving the public while advancing your career with plenty of opportunities for promotion!

In this role, you will carry out semi-skilled tasks independently or help a skilled worker with routine maintenance and construction, including repairing buildings and facilities using tools from carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other trades. You will also operate and maintain vehicles and equipment, including mowers and wood chippers used in the park. Additionally, you will construct simple forms for cement work, mix and place cement, finish it with masonry tools, and build stone and block walls. Ground maintenance tasks include mowing grass, cutting weeds, collecting litter, and moving materials with trucks. Additional responsibilities involve preparing sites, seeding new turf, and caring for trees and shrubs.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal, full-time employment without benefits.
• Will work 5 days per week; shift hours and days vary due to operational need, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

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.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

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.