Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Lackawanna State Park
Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Lackawanna State Park
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USD 18 - 18
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Job Description
THE POSITION
For those who find joy in outdoor endeavors and thrive in a hands-on role the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources at Lackawanna State Park invites you to explore a rewarding career. Here you will take part in significant tasks that involve the upkeep of roads trails and facilities all while embracing the gratifying essence of public service. By joining our team you will contribute to the preservation and enhancement of our natural landscapes ensuring they remain pristine for future generations. This role will not only give you a sense of personal achievement but also a pathway for professional growth and advancement!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role you will perform semi-skilled tasks independently assist a skilled trades worker or lead a small team of manual laborers in carrying out routine activities. Your responsibilities will include operating various construction groundskeeping and maintenance tools often utilizing skills developed through on-the-job experience. You will carry out minor repairs and routine groundskeeping and custodial tasks with a significant degree of independence with your work being reviewed upon completion. More complex construction or repair tasks will be conducted under the supervision of a skilled trades worker or a supervisor.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition 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 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment March 2026.
- Shift hours and days vary due to operational need with a 30-minute lunch
- Weekends holidays and all shifts as needed at 37.5 hours per week
- 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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 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.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will notbe 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).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- 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.
Veterans:
- 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 and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
