Park Maintenance Worker; Semi Skilled Laborer; Seasonal - Parker Dam State Park Job Lower Merion area,Pennsylvania USA

Position: Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Parker Dam State Park

THE POSITION

Bring your energy and dedication to the role of Park Maintenance Worker with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources! Every day offers a chance to make the park a better place for the community. You will take part in repairs, groundskeeping, and support work that keeps facilities running smoothly. Take pride in a job where your efforts protect and enhance treasured outdoor areas!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports State Park operations by performing maintenance, repair, and groundskeeping work across buildings, equipment, and outdoor areas. As a Park Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:

Facility Repairs:
Make repairs to park buildings and structures using carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and related tools
Equipment Care:
Operate vehicles and equipment, as well as assist with cleaning and basic maintenance
Grounds Work:
Maintain outdoor areas by mowing, trimming, planting, cleaning, and preparing sites
Construction Tasks:
Build simple forms, mix and place cement, and complete masonry work as needed
Housekeeping Duties:
Clean restrooms, offices, and other buildings and perform minor routine repairs
Visitor Assistance:
Provide helpful information to park visitors in a friendly manner

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 hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
Work shifts and days will vary. Work will consist of 5 days and 37.5 hours per week, including 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.

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.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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.

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