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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Semi-Skilled Laborer (Wage) - Nockamixon State Park in Quakertown, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4456948 THE POSITION Do you enjoy working outdoors and prefer a hands-on approach to your job? Then join the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Nockamixon State Park and provide skilled work in the maintenance of district roads, trails and facilities. Experience the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth and numerous promotional opportunities!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position entails semi-skilled manual work in the maintenance of State Park operations and outdoor recreation within Nockamixon State Park.
The semi-skilled laborer, under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor, performs semi-skilled work alone or assists a skilled worker. Work involves the use of lawn care equipment and miscellaneous maintenance and gas-powered hand tools in many different tasks. These tasks frequently require the application of skills acquired on the job and vary on a daily basis. A major part of the job consists of custodial-type work such as cleaning latrines, cabins, shower houses, and other buildings. Litter pick-up, emptying trash cans, cleaning grills, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Work is assigned in the form of oral or written instructions and is reviewed upon completion for adherence to standards, completeness, and quality by a technical, professional, or administrative supervisor.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Seasonal full-time employment without benefits. The season runs from approximately March until November at which the employee is placed on leave without pay. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position requires candidate to work rotating weekends on/off shift, approximately one or two weekends a month. Weekend and Holiday availability will be required. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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. 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). 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:
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 atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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 discus your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
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.
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.