Reference #: 5224838
THE POSITION
The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is excited to announce an opening for a seasonal Maintenance Repairman 2 position, primarily focused on the upkeep of facilities at Blue Knob State Park. This role plays a vital part in the bureau's overarching mission to safeguard and enhance the natural and cultural resources of the commonwealth. As a Maintenance Repairman 2, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure the park remains a safe and welcoming environment for visitors, including routine maintenance, repairs, and improvements to park facilities. If you are passionate about conservation and enjoy working in a dynamic outdoor setting, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Do not miss your chance to contribute to the preservation of our beautiful landscapes-apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role involves performing advanced skilled work across various trades, including building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, welding, and masonry, specifically in the construction, maintenance, and repair of park facilities, equipment, and natural resources. Under the guidance of a supervisor or park manager, the individual is responsible for reaching out to vendors to gather price quotes, calculating the costs of necessary supplies and equipment, estimating the man-hours needed for tasks, and preparing documentation for supervisor review and approval. Additionally, this position serves as a lead worker, overseeing semi-skilled laborers and other personnel to ensure the successful completion of projects.
In the carpentry aspect of the role, the individual employs both hand and power tools to execute rough and finish carpentry tasks related to the maintenance, renovation, and construction of park facilities. This includes interpreting blueprints, sketches, and diagrams to effectively repair or install various elements such as floor coverings, doors, locks, screens, roofs, soffits, fascia, spouting, windows, and decks. The carpenter is also responsible for planning, designing, and constructing wooden projects, including storage cabinets and shelving units.
In plumbing, the individual undertakes repairs, renovations, and new installations within the plumbing systems of all facilities. Responsibilities include clearing blocked drains, fixing leaking faucets, fountains, showers, urinals, and toilets, as well as replacing hot water tanks and installing or repairing sewage and water lines. The role also involves pulling, repairing, and reinstalling submersible water well pumps and lift station pumps, along with draining pipes in preparation for winter.
The masonry duties encompass both new construction and maintenance work related to buildings, bridges, foundations, walkways, and walls. This includes constructing forms for cement work, mixing cement and plaster, and finishing cement with masonry tools. The mason is tasked with pouring footers, floors, walls, and bases for signs, as well as laying concrete blocks and stones for various structures such as walls, fireplaces, culverts, and headwalls.
In the mechanical domain, the individual conducts preventative maintenance and performs checklist inspections on vehicles, equipment, and tools to ensure their safe operation.
Finally, in the electrical component of the role, the individual is responsible for performing installations and repairs related to electrical systems, including new construction of fuse and circuit panels, as well as cords and other electrical components, ensuring that all work meets safety standards and operational requirements.
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 without benefits.
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
This position will require weekends and holidaysas needed.
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:
Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.
Special Requirements:
You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
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.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.
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.
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 e
