Park Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - White Clay Creek State Park

Salary: $18.83 Hourly Location: Chester County, PA Job Type: Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time Job Number: CS-2026-57035-90030 Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Division: CN White Clay Creek St Prk Opening Date: 08/26/2026 Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code: 90030 Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting Union: AFSCME Bargaining Unit: J1 Pay Group: ST03 Bureau / Division Code: 00386451 Bureau / Division: White Clay Creek State Park Worksite Address: 517A Sharpless Road City: Landenberg, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 19350 Contact Name: OA, CE Section Intake Division Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io The Position Bring your energy outdoors and help shape the places people love to explore! The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a Park Maintenance Worker who enjoys hands-on tasks and fresh air. This role gives you the chance to improve facilities and natural areas that thousands of visitors enjoy. Your work will help parks operate smoothly and look their best every day. Description of Work This position supports the overall operation of park facilities by performing a wide range of maintenance tasks across grounds, buildings, trails, and equipment. As a Park Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties: Facility Cleaning: Maintain restrooms, empty trash, remove litter, and clear drains and culverts Grounds Care: Mow and trim grass and weeds, remove invasive plants, and maintain trails Basic Repairs: Repair or replace plumbing fixtures, electrical components, and other park systems Equipment Operation: Operate mowers, trucks, and other vehicles while recording fuel use and equipment hours Tool Maintenance: Use and maintain hand and power tools such as chainsaws, generators, and saws Support Tasks: Assist with hazardous tree removal, storm cleanup, painting, staining, and general repairs 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 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment March 2027. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Days and shifts will vary due to the seasonal nature of the position. Overtime and travel may be required. Holidays and weekends are required. 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 An equivalent combination of experience and training. Condition of Employment: This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent. 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 Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. 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 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/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania