Park Maintenance Worker - Semi Skilled Laborer

Overview

THE POSITION:
If you find enjoyment in outdoor endeavors and thrive in a hands-on role, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) at Ridley Creek State Park invites you to explore a rewarding career as a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker. You will participate in tasks involving the upkeep of grounds, trails, and facilities, contributing to public service and the preservation of natural landscapes for the future.

This position offers personal achievement and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

As a Park Maintenance Worker, you will conduct a wide range of indoor and outdoor maintenance and construction activities at Ridley Creek State Park. Assignments involve carpentry, masonry, plumbing, painting, and other trades to repair structures and facilities and to install or replace equipment and amenities. You will safely operate park vehicles and equipment and assist with the care, maintenance, and upkeep of equipment.

Grounds maintenance includes mowing, weeding, planting, trash removal, restroom maintenance, debris management, and maintaining proper signage throughout the park. You will also perform general housekeeping and maintenance of park facilities, including cleaning and stocking restrooms, shower houses, offices, and pavilions. Courteous communication may be used to assist park visitors by providing information in a friendly and helpful manner.

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 approximately March 2026 through November 2026, with the employee placed on leave without pay and later returned to employment in March 2027.
• Work schedule will vary and is 5 days/37.5 hours per week, including a 30-minute lunch. Some work may be scheduled on weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed.
• Telework is not available for this position.
• Salary:
  In some cases, starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• Your application and notices will be communicated via email; please check your email, including spam/junk folders.

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.

Conditions of Employment:

• Possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent is required.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information, follow the 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.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; provide relevant experience/education on the application to support eligibility.
• 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 requirements may eliminate you from consideration.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more, visit the PA employment site for Veterans.

• 711 (for 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 with the interviewer in advance. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. 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 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.
• Your score is based on the information provided in the application and supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information; otherwise your score may be lower than deserved, you may be disqualified, or you may apply/test only once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.