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

THE POSITION

As a Park Maintenance Worker with the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, you will support the daily care and upkeep of Oil Creek State Park. This position allows you to work with tools, equipment, and skilled staff members while learning valuable maintenance skills. Your efforts will help visitors enjoy safe, clean, and well-maintained spaces. This is a great role for anyone who takes pride in practical work and enjoys being outdoors.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the daily maintenance of park grounds, buildings, and facilities to keep Oil Creek State Park safe and attractive for visitors. The work involves active, hands-on tasks that help preserve the natural and built features of the park. As a Park Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:

• Grounds Maintenance: Mow grass, trim brush, remove snow, and complete other upkeep tasks around park areas
• Facility Cleaning: Clean restrooms, washhouses, and other park buildings to maintain visitor comfort
• Tool and Equipment Use: Operate hand tools, power tools, tractors, and other equipment safely and correctly
• Repair Assistance: Help skilled workers with basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and building repairs
• Material Handling: Load and move materials such as sand, gravel, and debris using appropriate tools
• General Support: Drive trucks, assist coworkers, and complete tasks that support daily park operations

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 April 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment approximately April 2027.
• Work schedule will vary due to the seasonal nature of the position. Work will be scheduled 5 days/37.5 hours per week
• 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.

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 Guidelines.
• 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).
• 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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