Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Bald Eagle Forest District

Full Job Description

If you have a passion for working in the great outdoors and thrive in a hands-on environment, consider becoming a part of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. In this role, you will engage in essential maintenance tasks for district roads, trails, and facilities, contributing to the preservation and accessibility of our natural landscapes. This position not only offers the rewarding experience of serving the public but also opens doors to professional development and a variety of promotional pathways. Embrace the opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community and the environment around you.

Requirements

The primary objective of this role is to ensure the upkeep and maintenance of facilities and roadways within the Bald Eagle State Forest, as well as to deliver essential forest fire protection services throughout the Bald Eagle Forest District.

This involves a comprehensive approach to managing the infrastructure that supports recreational activities and conservation efforts, ensuring that roads are safe and accessible for visitors and emergency services alike.

Additionally, the position plays a critical role in implementing fire prevention strategies, conducting regular inspections, and coordinating response efforts to mitigate the risk of wildfires, thereby safeguarding both the natural environment and the communities surrounding the forest.

Through diligent maintenance and proactive fire management, this position contributes significantly to the preservation and enjoyment of the Bald Eagle State Forest for current and future generations.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 9 March 2026 until 13 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, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

This position may require travel and overtime as 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.

Qualifications

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.

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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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:

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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.

Additional 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.