Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Park Region 1

THE POSITION

As a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, you will support beautiful outdoor spaces for Park Region 1 Regional Office. This position gives you the opportunity to learn valuable hands-on skills while helping parks stay safe and welcoming. Your work will help protect natural areas and improve visitor experiences every day. Join a team that values dedication, service, and pride in the outdoors.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will support the general upkeep and improvement of park grounds, buildings, and equipment for Region 1. You will combine hands-on maintenance tasks with customer service to ensure parks remain safe, clean, and welcoming for visitors. As a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:

• General Maintenance: Perform routine repairs and upkeep on park buildings, facilities, and grounds
• Equipment Operation: Operate and care for vehicles, tools, and machinery used in daily maintenance tasks
• Grounds Care: Mow grass, cut weeds, plant vegetation, and maintain trees and shrubs throughout the park
• Construction Support: Assist with simple carpentry, cement work, and other semi skilled construction tasks
• Visitor Assistance: Provide helpful information and support to park visitors in a friendly manner
• Recordkeeping: Complete daily logs, mileage sheets, and other required forms and records
• General Housekeeping: Clean, supply, and make repairs to restrooms, offices, and other buildings.

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 will automatically be returned to employment March 2027.
• Typical work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work shifts and days will vary. The employee will work 37.5 hours per week across 5 days, which may include weekends and holidays. Overtime may be required.
• 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.

Conditions 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.

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.

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