Semi Skilled Laborer; Seasonal - Maintenance Area

THE POSITION

As a Fishing & Boating Semi Skilled Laborer, you will play an important role in advancing the Fish & Boat Commission's mission to protect, conserve, and improve the Commonwealth's aquatic resources while expanding quality fishing and boating opportunities. The majority of work is performed outdoors and includes a wide range of hands‑on tasks in diverse and scenic locations. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a small team to maintain and enhance public fishing and boating facilities owned or managed by the Fish & Boat Commission within Maintenance Area 3, serving multiple counties in Northeast Pennsylvania.

Join a team that values hard work and supports outdoor recreation for all.

This role supports construction and maintenance work at facilities owned by the PA Fish and Boat Commission. The position includes a wide range of tasks that help improve public access, maintain structures, and support skilled crews.

• Facility Work:
  Perform labor tasks such as tree removal, pipe installation, guide rail work, berm creation, and general site upkeep
• Trade Assistance:
  Assist carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and masons with installation, repairs, concrete work, and building tasks
• Equipment Use:
  Operate tools such as tampers, pumps, skill saws, vibrators, generators, and mowers
• Grounds Care:
  Mow areas, clean public spaces, remove trash, cut brush, and clear ditches and sewers
• Road Maintenance:
  Support grading work, asphalt repair, crack sealing, and upkeep of parking areas
• Dock and Building Work:
  Assist with construction, installation, and repair of docks, mooring facilities, signs, and building features

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Seasonal, full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch OR Alternate Work Schedule available, MTW 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, TH 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, F Off.
• There may be occasional travel, overnights, weekend, evening, holiday, or overtime work.
• This position does not receive medical benefits. Paid time off accrues after working 750 regular (non-overtime) hours in each calendar year.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• 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.

• You must be in possession of a valid PA non‑commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• 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…