SemiSkilled Laborer (Seasonal) Raccoon Creek State Park Apply
THE POSITION
Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do you like working with your hands? A semi-skilled laborer position at Raccoon Creek State Park may be the job for you. Raccoon Creek State Park is looking for a positive individual who strives to keep the park facilities in good working order for the safe, enjoyable recreation and relaxation of our park visitors.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position involves performing various manual tasks in construction and maintenance within a state park. The primary responsibility is to repair buildings and facilities using a range of tools from carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other building trades. Additionally, the role involves operating and assisting in the maintenance of vehicles and equipment used throughout the park. As part of the maintenance work, you will be responsible for constructing simple forms for cement work using carpenter tools. You will also be involved in mixing and placing cement, as well as finishing it using mason tools. Another aspect of the job includes laying stone and block walls. Ground maintenance is another important aspect of this role. This includes tasks such as mowing or cutting weeds and grass using a riding mower, hand mower, or weed eater. You will also be responsible for cutting firewood, picking up litter and trash, and loading and moving materials in dump trucks or pickup trucks. Other duties include cleaning grills, sweeping paved areas, digging holes and ditches, and cleaning drains and culverts. In addition to the above responsibilities, this position will also be involved in site preparation, seeding, and establishing new turf areas. You will also be responsible for planting and maintaining trees and shrubs within the park. Lastly, the role includes painting and/or staining park buildings, signs, gates, and other structures. This ensures that the park maintains a visually appealing appearance. Overall, this position requires a range of skills and tasks to ensure the proper construction, maintenance, and upkeep of the State Park.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Seasonal Full-time employment without benefits and no option to buy into healthcare benefits through the employer. - Seasonal position is from April to December
- Work hours will vary.
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This is a 24/7 operation, will work 5 out of 7 days in a week, may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays. - 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
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.
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 at ra-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 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.
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