Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Hyner Run State Park
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Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Hyner Run State Park
Salary
$18.46 Hourly
Location
Clinton County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-50483-90030
Department
Department of Conservation & Natural Resources
Division
CN Little Pine St Prk
Opening Date
05/27/2026
Closing Date
6/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
90030
Position Number
00008690
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
J1
Pay Group
ST03
Bureau / Division Code
00386114
Bureau / Division
CN Little Pine St Prk
Worksite Address
86 Hyner Park Road
City
North Bend, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17760
Contact Name
OA, CE Section Intake Division
Contact Email
Ra-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker who wants to make an impact every day. In this role, you will help care for beautiful public spaces and support the operations of several state parks. Your work will help visitors enjoy clean, safe, and well-kept facilities. Become part of a team that values hard work, outdoor stewardship, and public service.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker, you will support the daily upkeep and repair needs of park facilities and grounds at Little Pine, Hyner Run, Hyner View, and Upper Pine Bottom State Parks. The work you will do focuses on cleaning, maintenance and assistance with a wide range of repair tasks. As a seasonal Park Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:
Facility Cleaning:Maintain restroom buildings, shower houses, and cabins through thorough daily cleaning and proper procedures
Grounds Care:Mow grass, trim weeds, maintain trails, and remove flood debris from high water events
Basic Repairs:Complete minor carpentry, painting, staining, and general building maintenance tasks
Equipment Operation:Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, and park vehicles
Trade Assistance:Support skilled trades staff with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical projects
System Maintenance:Perform routine upkeep on water, sewage, and plumbing systems, including unclogging drains and winterizing systems
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=00008690) .
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.
Typical work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
Shifts and days will vary including weekends and holidays. You will work 5 of 7 days/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 (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency Guidelines.
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 willnotbe 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
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.
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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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
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
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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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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SECTION A - EXPERIENCE
Do you have experience using any of the grounds keeping equipment listed below in a work environment (select all that apply)? If no, choose option D.
A. Snow blower, push mower, weed trimmer, or leaf blower
B. Chainsaws or pole saws
C. Riding equipment such as mower, tractor, or ATV/UTV
D. I do not have experience using any of the equipment listed.
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Do you have experience using any of the hand or power tools listed below in a work environment (select all that apply)? If no, choose option D.
A. Hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screw drivers, hand saws, or ratchet sets
B. Power drills
C. Carpentry/construction power saws such as jigsaws, circular saws, or table saws
D. I do not have experience using any of the tools listed.
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Do you have experience performing custodial duties such as disposing of trash and cleaning restrooms or offices in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
06
Do you have experience performing general equipment maintenance such as cleaning filters, replacing seals/gaskets, and oiling/greasing/sharpening tools and equipment in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
08
Do you have experience preparing and painting interior or exterior surfaces in a work environment?
Yes
No
09
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
10
Do you have experience performing light carpentry work such as replacing screens, shingles, wood trim, cove base, or spouting or building, assembling, or repairing signs, partitions, furniture, or structures in a work environment?
Yes
No
11
In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
12
Do you have experience performing light electrical maintenance such as replacing electrical switches or lighting fixtures in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
14
Do you have experience performing light plumbing maintenance such as unblocking drains in a work environment?
Yes
No
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In the textbox below, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Enter N/A if not applicable.
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SECTION B - TRAINING
Please indicate if you have SUCCESSFULLY completed formal vocational technical high school or post high school training (i.e., instructional program which included both classroom lecture and instructor guided experience) in any of the maintenance trades listed below. Indicate all that apply. Uncompleted courses are NOT acceptable. If none, choose option F.
A. Carpentry
B. Mechanics
C. Electrical
D. Plumbing
E. Landscaping
F. I have NOT completed formal vocational technical high school or post high school training in any of the trades listed.
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If you are claiming training, please provide the name of the college/university/trade school, course titles, and the number of credits/clock hours in the text box below. (Ex. ABC University/Writing Basics/3). If not applicable, enter N/A in the textbox below.
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
