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

If you're on the lookout for a remarkable job opportunity, your search ends at Beltzville State Park, where a seasonal position is now available! Picture yourself working amidst stunning trees, tranquil lakes, and gently flowing streams, far removed from the typical office environment. By joining our committed team, you will play a vital role in the park's upkeep, engaging in tasks such as light carpentry, plumbing, and general grounds maintenance. This is not just a job; it's a chance to immerse yourself in nature while making a significant contribution to the preservation of this beautiful landscape. Do not let this unique opportunity slip away-apply today and take the first step towards transforming your work life into an inspiring outdoor adventure!

In this position, the employee will engage in semi-skilled tasks, either independently or by supporting a skilled worker, to carry out routine maintenance and construction activities within a State Park. Responsibilities include repairing buildings and facilities by utilizing tools from various trades such as carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and masonry. The role also involves operating and assisting in the maintenance, care, and cleaning of vehicles and equipment used throughout the park. General grounds maintenance is a key duty, which encompasses the use of small tractors with mounted mowers, zero-turn mowers, hand mowers, gas-powered weed eaters, and hand blowers. Tasks include cutting and splitting firewood, collecting litter and trash, cleaning park grills, sweeping paved areas, maintaining drains and culverts, as well as loading and moving materials. Additionally, the employee will be responsible for site preparation, seeding, establishing new turf areas, and planting and maintaining trees and shrubs. The role also requires painting or staining park buildings, signs, and gates, along with performing general housekeeping and building maintenance, which includes cleaning and supplying restrooms, offices, and other park facilities. Minor routine repairs, such as replacing light bulbs or tightening fixtures, are also part of the job. The employee must ensure the safe and proper use of all equipment, power tools, and hand tools, adhering to established safety protocols and utilizing appropriate protective gear. Attendance at mandatory safety meetings and training sessions is required. Furthermore, the employee will assist park visitors by providing information in a friendly and helpful manner, complete necessary documentation such as daily records, automotive mileage sheets, fuel dispensing records, and leave slips, and operate a two-way radio in accordance with proper procedures.

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 2025 until November 2025 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment approximately March 2026.
• Shift hours and days vary due to operational need, with a 30-minute lunch
• Weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed at 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.
  

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

• 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:
  1. your score may be lower than deserved.
  2. you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.