Park Maintenance Worker (Semi-Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Trough Creek State Park

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at Trough Creek State Park, where you will engage in hands-on maintenance work that supports the beauty and functionality of the park. This seasonal full-time position offers the chance to work outdoors, providing essential services that enhance public enjoyment and safety. Enjoy a structured work schedule with opportunities for professional growth and the satisfaction of contributing to the community. If you have a passion for the outdoors and a strong work ethic, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform essential job functions independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled work and assist skilled trades workers.
• Use construction and maintenance equipment for various tasks.

Skills

Laboring work

Use of tools and equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Construction equipment

Grounds keeping tools

Job description

THE POSITION

Do you enjoy working outdoors and prefer a hands-on approach to your job? If so, join the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Trough Creek State Park team and provide semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance of district roads, trails and facilities. Experience the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth and numerous promotional opportunities!

This position is part of the Canoe Creek State Park Complex, however, the reporting location will be Trough Creek State Park.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will perform semi-skilled work alone, assists a skilled trades worker, or functions as lead worker for a small crew of manual workers performing routine tasks. Work involves the use of a variety of construction, grounds keeping and maintenance equipment and tools, which frequently requires the application of skills acquired on the job. Minor repairs and routine grounds keeping and custodial duties are performed with considerable independence and reviewed upon completion. More advanced construction or repair work is performed under the direction of a skilled trades worker or supervisor.

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.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch, 5 days/37.5 hours a week to include holidays and weekends.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

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.