Seasonal Park Maintenance & Trails Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Park Maintenance Worker at Laurel Hill State Park Complex in Somerset, PA. This seasonal, full-time role involves operating tools and equipment, performing repairs and maintenance, and assisting with trail and sign work to protect park resources and support visitors.

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 5 days with 37.5 hours weekly; telework is not allowed, and the season runs March 2026 to November 2026 with leave without pay and return to employment

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Facility maintenance: repair and upkeep of tools, equipment, machinery, buildings, and bridges.
• Sign installation: construct, paint, and install bulletin boards and signs for public information.
• Structural repair: replace floors, walls, siding, and sills on park buildings.
• Masonry work: assist with masonry on sidewalks, chimneys, and stone structures.
• Grounds care: mow grass with tractors and mowers.
• Trail work: brushing, blazing, clearing, and trail drainage improvements.

Skills

Laboring work experience

Tools & equipment use

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Park Maintenance Worker at Laurel Hill State Park Complex in Somerset, PA. This seasonal, full-time role involves operating tools and equipment, performing repairs and maintenance, and assisting with trail and sign work to protect park resources and support visitors.

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 5 days with 37.5 hours weekly; telework is not allowed, and the season runs March 2026 to November 2026 with leave without pay and return to employment