Equipment Operator B - Weiser Forest District

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JUNE 23, 2026 TO JULY 6, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JUNE 23, 2026 TO JULY 6, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a dependable Equipment Operator B to support forest maintenance in the Weiser Forest District. In this role, you will help shape and care for roadways, picnic areas, and forest landscapes. You will also assist with wildfire prevention and suppression efforts. Begin a hands‑on career that protects natural resources and serves the public.

This position supports the upkeep of forest roads, facilities, and natural areas while assisting with wildfire prevention and response. As a Equipment Operator B, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation:
  Operate machinery to grade roads, clear brush, remove snow, and maintain drainage systems
• Wildfire Response:
  Assist in detecting, preventing, and suppressing wildfires using proper tools and techniques
• Equipment Care:
  Service and maintain assigned equipment and help with major repairs when needed
• Safety Awareness:
  Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and support safe working conditions
• Project Leadership:
  Lead crews on assigned projects, including seasonal and special work groups
• Manual Tasks:
  Perform tasks such as boundary upkeep, building maintenance, tree planting, and forest protection work

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 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 March 2027.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may require overtime
• 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 as an Equipment Operator A (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience in the operation of heavy construction and specialized maintenance equipment used at this level with a gross vehicle weight of 32,001 pounds or more; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience or training.

• This position requires possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

• 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.

• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

• 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…