Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Worker) - Buchanan Forest District

Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Worker) - Buchanan Forest District Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $18.46 Hourly dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Upperstrasburg 13301 Keefer Road (Show on map) May 14, 2026 Salary $18.46 Hourly Location Franklin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-49595-90030

Department Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Division CN Fors Dstr #2 Opening Date 05/14/2026 Closing Date 5/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 90030 Position Number 00083847 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit J1 Pay Group ST03 Bureau / Division Code 00388102 Bureau / Division Buchanan Forest District Worksite Address 13301 Keefer Road City Upperstrasburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17265 Contact Name Rachel Beam Contact Email racbeam@pa.gov

THE POSITION

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a Forest Maintenance Worker who enjoys hands-on work and the outdoors. In this role, you will help protect forests, improve visitor areas, and keep facilities running smoothly. Every day brings new tasks and opportunities to learn practical skills. Join us and take pride in supporting Pennsylvania's natural resources.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the upkeep, safety, and conservation of state forest lands through a wide range of outdoor maintenance tasks. Work involves using tools, equipment, and practical skills to maintain facilities, roads, and recreation areas. As a Forest Maintenance Worker, you will perform the following duties:

Facility Upkeep:

Maintain picnic areas, restrooms, buildings, and recreation sites to keep them clean and safe

Equipment Operation:

Operate vehicles, ATVs, chainsaws, generators, and other tools after receiving proper training

Road Maintenance:

Repair culverts, ditches, road surfaces, and related features on state forest roads

Fire Response:

Assist with wildfire suppression efforts after completing required wildland fire training

Tool Use:

Use hand and power tools to complete construction, cleaning, and repair tasks across forest facilities

General Repairs:

Perform basic plumbing, electrical, and equipment maintenance to support daily 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 March 2027. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position may require overtime.

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

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 Guidelines. 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. 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.

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.