Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal)- Fort Washington & Evansburg State Park

The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is excited to announce an opening for a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker at the Fort Washington State Park Complex. This position is ideal for individuals seeking semi-skilled labor opportunities in a beautiful outdoor setting. The selected candidate will be responsible for a variety of maintenance tasks across the complex, which encompasses both Evansburg State Park and Fort Washington State Park. Duties may include landscaping, facility upkeep, and ensuring the overall cleanliness and safety of the parks. If you are passionate about preserving natural spaces and enjoy working outdoors, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding seasonal role today!

The primary responsibilities of this position encompass a range of essential tasks aimed at maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of park facilities. Daily duties include the opening and sanitization of restrooms, managing the opening and closing of park gates, emptying trash bins, collecting litter, and ensuring pavilions and cooking grills are kept clean. Additionally, the role involves mowing grass and trimming weeds to uphold the park's aesthetic appeal. Other responsibilities extend to painting, repairing various facilities, mowing wooded areas, and installing or repairing park signage. The employee utilizes a variety of equipment, such as rotary mowers, lawn tractors, front-end loaders, dump trucks, chain saws, and an assortment of hand and power tools for tasks related to carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and masonry.

In this role, the employee may work independently or as part of a team under the guidance of a semi-skilled maintenance repairman, maintenance supervisor, or park manager. Collaboration with volunteers and volunteer groups on diverse projects is also a key aspect of the job, with the potential for the employee to take on a leadership role in these initiatives. Specific examples of work performed include daily restroom maintenance, executing minor repairs on buildings and facilities using various trade tools, and managing park grounds with a range of mowing equipment, from hand-push mowers to riding tractors. The employee is also responsible for performing minor repairs and routine maintenance on park vehicles and equipment, assisting with litter collection and garbage disposal, and contributing to erosion control and repair projects. Additional tasks involve tree planting and maintenance, trail upkeep, and working alongside skilled tradespeople to support repair projects, all while operating tractors and other machinery as needed. The employee is expected to carry out any other maintenance-related duties as assigned by the maintenance supervisor or park manager.

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 approximately March 2027.
• Work shifts/days vary, will work 5 days/37.5 hrs. per week to include weekends and holidays if needed
• 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.
  

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.

• This position requires a Class C non-commercial drivers license.

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).
• 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.