A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
Custodial Worker 1 (Seasonal) - Laurel Hill State Park Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $18.41 Hourly dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Somerset 1454 Laurel Hill Park Road (Show on map) Jul 29, 2026 Salary $18.41 Hourly Location Somerset County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time Job Number
N-2026-55112
Department Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Division CN Laurel Hill Prk Complex Opening Date 07/29/2026 Closing Date 8/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 80210 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit N1 Pay Group ST02 Bureau / Division Code 00386207 Bureau / Division CN Laurel Hill Prk Complex Worksite Address 1454 Laurel Hill Park Road City Somerset, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15501 Contact Name OA, CE Section Intake Division Contact Email Ra-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Do you enjoy working outdoors while helping to keep public spaces clean and welcoming for visitors? The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) is seeking reliable Custodial Worker 1s who take pride in maintaining park facilities and value Pennsylvania's natural landscapes. This role gives you the chance to make a visible difference every day throughout the grounds at Laurel Hill State Park. Your work will help visitors to enjoy safe, clean, and comfortable spaces while they enjoy their visit. Apply today to join a team that values stewardship and community service!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position helps keep park buildings, cabins and outdoor areas clean, safe and ready for public use. As a Custodial Worker 1, you will perform the following duties:
Facility Cleaning:
Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, showers, floors, and walls in restrooms, bathhouses, and cabins
Building Care:
Scrub floors, dust surfaces, and polish furniture and fixtures in park buildings
Waste Management:
Empty garbage cans, replace bags, and dispose of waste in dumpsters
Basic Repairs:
Replace light bulbs, make simple repairs, and report larger scale issues to the supervisor
Outdoor Upkeep:
Pick up litter, mow and trim grass, shovel snow, and maintain walkways
Equipment Transport:
Operate a pickup truck or utility vehicle to move cleaning equipment and supplies throughout the park 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 in March 2027.
Work will be scheduled 5 days/37.5 hours per week, and will include a 30-minute lunch. Work days and shifts will vary and will include holidays and weekends 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Requirements:
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.
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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html 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.
