Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Ohiopyle State Park

The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is excited to announce an opportunity for a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker position at Ohiopyle State Park. This role involves engaging in semi-skilled manual labor focused on the construction and upkeep of various facilities, landscapes, and public works projects within the park. Ideal candidates will have a passion for the outdoors and a commitment to maintaining the natural beauty and functionality of this beloved state park. If you are looking for a rewarding seasonal job that allows you to contribute to the preservation of our natural resources while working in a stunning environment, we encourage you to apply today!

This position entails performing semi-skilled tasks independently, providing assistance to a skilled tradesperson, or taking on a leadership role for a small team of manual laborers engaged in routine activities. The work requires the operation of various tools and equipment related to construction, grounds maintenance, and general upkeep, often necessitating the application of skills that are developed through hands-on experience. Responsibilities include executing minor repairs and carrying out regular grounds maintenance and custodial tasks with a significant degree of autonomy, although these activities are subject to review upon completion. For more complex construction or repair assignments, the individual will work under the guidance of a skilled trades worker or a supervisor, ensuring that all tasks meet the required standards of quality and safety.

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 schedule will vary. Work will be scheduled 5 days/37.5 hours per week and will include a 30-minute lunch.
  • Weekends and holidays may be required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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 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.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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).
• 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

• 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.