Laborer (Seasonal) - Delaware Canal State Park (Yardley)

Full Job Description

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is hiring a Seasonal Laborer for Delaware Canal State Park in Yardley. This hands-on role supports the upkeep of park grounds and facilities, helping to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all visitors. You will assist maintenance staff with a variety of tasks that keep the park running smoothly throughout the season. If you enjoy working outdoors and contributing to the care of Pennsylvania’s natural spaces, this is a great opportunity to join the team. Apply now!

Requirements

In this role, you will help keep Delaware Canal State Park clean, safe, and welcoming for all visitors. You will support daily maintenance needs, assist staff across the park, and contribute to positive visitor experiences throughout the season.

General Duties

• Collect and dispose of garbage throughout the park.
• Support staff with janitorial needs in park buildings and facilities.
• Assist with general landscaping and grounds upkeep.
• Restock commonly used materials and supplies as needed.
• Provide support to staff in meeting visitor and customer service needs.

Public Relations

• Present a professional image by following the Bureau’s mission, maintaining proper uniform appearance, and using professional language and conduct.

• Keep vehicles clean and remain prepared to assist visitors.

• Maintain a basic knowledge of the park and its operations.

• Provide information and assistance to park visitors when requested.

Miscellaneous

• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned to support the Bureau’s mission.

• Follow instructions from supervisors and assist with other tasks as needed to ensure smooth park operations.

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 approximately March 2027.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirement:

• 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).

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 for additional information.

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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.