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Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Tuscarora State Park Complex

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$18.05 Hourly
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Barnesville
687 Tuscarora Park Road (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2025
THE POSITION Are you ready to earn extra income over the summer or launch your career with the Commonwealth? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is thrilled to present an incredible seasonal opportunity for you! Become a part of our park maintenance team and experience the joy of working outdoors at the stunning Tuscarora and Locust Lake State Parks. Seize this chance to be a crucial contributor to preserving over 1,618 acres of natural beauty. Apply now and make a difference! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker with the Tuscarora State Park Complex, your role involves various manual tasks in construction and maintenance. You will primarily work independently on tasks such as mowing grass, cutting weeds, and picking up litter. For larger projects, you will collaborate with team members to repair buildings and facilities using tools from carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other trades. You will assist skilled workers with sewage and water treatment operations. This includes operating wells, adding chlorine as instructed, conducting routine checks of the sewage treatment plant, and helping with sewage and water line repairs. You will manage and maintain the cleaning of park vehicles and equipment. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Seasonal full-time employment employment without benefits. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work days and hours may vary depending on operational needs. 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. 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). 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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.