3 Year Limited Term Game Lands Maintenance Worker 1
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3 Year Limited Term Game Lands Maintenance Worker 1
Salary
$38,515.00 - $56,646.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Temporary Full-time
Job Number
N-2025-38591
Department
Game Commission
Division
GC Land Mgmt Grp #1
Opening Date
01/08/2026
Closing Date
1/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
60127
Position Number
50254077
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST03
Bureau / Division Code
00239641
Bureau / Division
Land Management Group 1
Worksite Address
185 Dayton Street
City
Williamstown, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17098
Contact Name
Julie Toth
Contact Phone
717.787.7836
Contact Email
gamevacancybids@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is seeking a hardworking, outdoor-driven Game Lands Maintenance Worker 1 to help build, maintain, and enhance Pennsylvania's game lands and wildlife habitats. Int this role, you will operate heavy equipment, construct and repair infrastructure, manage habitat projects, assist with prescribed fires, and work across forests, fields, and rugged terrain to support healthy ecosystems and public access. If you enjoy physical, hands-on work, take pride in craftsmanship, and want a career where every day supports conservation and Pennsylvania's natural resources, then this is the job for you.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A Game Lands Maintenance Worker 1 performs a variety of semi-skilled duties that support the maintenance, repair, and construction of game land infrastructure such as bridges, roads, parking areas, gates, signs, and public ranges. This position also assists with mowing, habitat management projects, and other field tasks essential to maintaining safe, accessible, and wildlife-friendly environments. Employees in this role work closely with field staff to ensure game lands remain in excellent condition for wildlife and the public. This is a hands-on, outdoor focused position for individuals who enjoy meaningful work that supports conservation and recreation across Pennsylvania.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50254077) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time, three year limited term employment. 40 hours per week.
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position may be eligible for Alternate Work Schedules (AWS).
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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of laboring experience using construction tools and equipment;or
One year of farming experience using agricultural tools and equipment;or
One year of construction equipment operation experience;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
This position requires possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
This position requires the selected candidate to obtain an active Class A Commercial Driver's License within one year of employment in this job.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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.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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
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For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?
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No
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess one or more years of full-time laboring experience using construction tools and equipment?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess one or more years of full-time farming experience using agricultural tools and equipment?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess one or more years of full-time construction equipment operation experience?
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No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you completed any college coursework or post-high school training in agriculture, construction, or a closely related field to those listed?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.
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Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
