Park Maintenance Worker - Semi Skilled Laborer - Codorus State Park

THE POSITION

The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is actively looking to hire individuals for several seasonal positions as Park Maintenance Workers at Codorus State Park. These roles involve engaging in semi-skilled manual labor focused on both construction and maintenance tasks that are essential for the upkeep of the park's facilities and natural landscapes. As a Park Maintenance Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring that the park remains a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors, contributing to various projects that enhance the park's beauty and functionality.

If you are passionate about the outdoors and have a knack for hands-on work, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team. Do not miss your chance to apply today!

In this position, you will engage in semi-skilled tasks both independently and collaboratively, while also providing support to skilled workers in routine maintenance and construction activities at Codorus State Park. Your responsibilities will include repairing buildings and facilities, utilizing tools from various trades such as carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing to carry out essential maintenance tasks.

Additionally, you will be involved in the upkeep and cleaning of vehicles and equipment used throughout the park, ensuring they remain in optimal condition. Ground maintenance is another key aspect of your role, which entails mowing grass, cutting weeds, and preparing sites for new turf, as well as planting and caring for trees and shrubs. You will also be tasked with litter collection, sorting recyclables, and managing materials by loading and transporting them in dump trucks or pickup trucks.

Other duties include cleaning grills, maintaining picnic areas, constructing and repairing picnic tables, and installing fire rings and charcoal grills. You will sweep paved parking areas, repaint lines and bumper blocks, and maintain road and informational signs by cleaning or replacing them as needed. Your work will also involve digging holes and ditches, cleaning drains and culverts, cutting firewood, trimming trees and bushes, and clearing brush and debris using various tools, including hand saws and gasoline-powered equipment.

Furthermore, you will be responsible for the general housekeeping and maintenance of park facilities, which includes cleaning and stocking restrooms, shower houses, offices, and pavilions, as well as performing minor repairs like changing light bulbs. Safety is paramount, so you will be expected to use all equipment, power tools, and hand tools properly while wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). In addition to these tasks, you will assist park visitors by providing information in a friendly and helpful manner, complete necessary documentation such as daily records and fuel dispensing logs, and may be required to utilize the Employee Self-Service (ESS) system for time management and related human resource functions.

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. 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 schedule varies; 37.5-hours/week, 7-days/week operation. Shift is typically 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, lunch 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM;
  Works weekends, holidays and all shifts as 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.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the…