Fishing and Boating Facilities Maintainer

THE POSITION

Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity that allows you to conduct specialized outdoor duties to preserve the various recreational areas within the Commonwealth? The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is seeking a Fishing and Boating Facilities Maintainer to work within the Southeast Region. If you are a reliable and hard-working individual who enjoys spending time outside, this may be the job for you! Join us in our mission to protect, conserve and enhance the Commonwealth's aquatic resources and provide fishing and boating opportunities.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Fishing and Boating Facilities Maintainer for the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, you will provide property maintenance of public fishing and boating facilities owned or controlled by the PA Fish and Boat Commission in Maintenance Area 4, a multi-county region in southeastern Pennsylvania. You will perform specialized skilled work in the maintenance and repair of fishing and boating facilities. Duties will include operating and servicing light and heavy trucks along with other power equipment used to maintain facilities. Having knowledge of various aspects of carpentry, plumbing and electrical work will be key to this position. This position is directly related to public safety through the ongoing maintenance of public dams and access areas and will assist in the maintenance of 7-High Hazard Dams and 40+ public properties located within the 16-County Southeast Region. Your broad range of tasks will include: Building, installing and maintaining docks and mooring facilities Erecting signs and bulletin boards Painting buildings, offices, workshops and equipment Making building repairs and renovations Performing repairs, preventive maintenance work on equipment and tools, cleaning and servicing equipment Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

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:

Two years of experience operating commercial or industrial-use wheeled or tracked motor vehicles used in groundskeeping, outdoor construction work, agriculture, mining, or forestry work; or Two years of semi-skilled work experience in commercial building or plant maintenance and repair work; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license. This position requires the incumbent to obtain within the probationary period a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL).

Additional Requirements:

You must be willing and able to work in adverse weather conditions. You must be able to be called in to work for emergency situations. You must be willing to work some weekends. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening. 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). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 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.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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.• Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.• Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply.