Park Maintenance Worker - Semi Skilled Laborer

THE POSITION

Are you eager to immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of nature, with the enchanting Reed Gap State Park Complex as your backdrop? If you are prepared to engage in hands‑on work that makes a significant difference, we present an extraordinary opportunity for you. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is in search of a dedicated Park Maintenance Worker.

In this essential role, you will be instrumental in maintaining roads, trails, and facilities, all while experiencing the rewarding satisfaction of serving the community. This is your chance to help preserve our magnificent landscapes for future generations, while also finding personal fulfillment and opportunities for professional growth.

This role encompasses various maintenance tasks at Reeds Gap State Park Complex, including light carpentry, plumbing, and the general upkeep of park grounds and facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms in picnic areas, campgrounds, family cabins, and boating zones, utilizing tools such as brooms, mops, and disinfectants to meet the standards set by the Park Maintenance Supervisor. The position also involves assisting skilled tradespeople in their tasks, which may include pumping and cleaning pit latrines as needed.

Additionally, the role requires the installation of amenities like fire rings, lantern hangers, picnic grills, and park benches, necessitating hand digging and concrete mixing for proper setup. Painting and staining park signs and various structures is also part of the job, which involves preparing surfaces by scraping off old finishes and applying new paint. Furthermore, the position supports skilled tradesmen by cutting lumber, mixing concrete, and sanding materials to facilitate renovations and repairs, including maintenance of pool equipment and park water and sewage systems.

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

• This is a seasonal, full‑time position with no healthcare 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 and days vary; the worker will work 5 days/37.5 hours per week to include weekends and holidays.
• 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.

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

• This position requires possession of an active non‑commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.

• 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.

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

• 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.

• 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…