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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00055998 |
Description Activated On: 8/27/2026 2:17:15 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Employee performs semi-skilled work alone or assists a skilled worker in performing routine tasks in the maintenance and improvements of a State Park. Makes light repairs to buildings and other primitive structures, performs groundskeeping, cleans restrooms, performs other housekeeping, and assists in maintaining the overall quality of the park’s facilities. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. EQUIPMENT Assists in the maintenance, care and cleaning of vehicles and equipment used throughout the park. Operates a variety of park vehicles (e.g., minivan, light pickup truck, small dump truck, medium SUV). Completes all necessary forms/records (e.g., automotive mileage sheets, fuel dispensing records). Operates a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) and its attachments, to perform a variety of tasks. Operates a riding mower to maintain lawns. Operates other light equipment as trained and as needed. BUILDINGS / STRUCTURES Builds simple forms for cement work using carpenter tools; mixes and places cement; finishes cement using mason tools; and lays stone and block walls. Site preparation before large projects, as well as site cleanup to finish projects, including the grading, seeding, and watering of new turf areas. Plants and maintains trees and shrubs. Paints and/or stains park buildings, signs, gates, etc. Makes minor routine repairs, as needed (e.g., replacing light bulbs, tightening furniture, replacing wall-mounted fixtures). CLEANING / UPKEEP Performs ground maintenance by mowing or cutting weeds or grass, using push mowers, trimmers, and blowers, as well as riding mowers or other light equipment. Removes branches and debris, using rakes, blowers, non-powered cutting tools, and powered cutting tools. Digs holes and ditches. Cleans and supplies restrooms. Performs other general housekeeping duties as necessary, throughout all the park’s buildings. Loads and moves materials in utility vehicles, dump trucks, or pickup trucks. Cleans grills, pavilions, picnic tables, and other spaces for the public. Cleans out gutters, drains, culverts, and other stormwater installations. Removes litter found in park and assists in waste collection throughout the park (i.e., collecting bagged garbage/recyclables and transporting them to the park’s dumpsters). Maintains a clean work environment. All tools must be cleaned and stored properly daily as well as the work site during any repair, renovation, or construction. Tool inventories will be maintained and updated as per center procedures. Materials stored must be done so in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and protected from any unnecessary damage. SAFETY Actively participates and supports the park's Safety and Employee Right-To-Know programs. Follows all established safety rules and regulations pertaining to the task being performed, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Responsible for attending mandatory safety meetings and trainings. Responsible for the safe and proper use of all equipment, power tools, and hand tools. COMMUNICATIONS / PUBLIC RELATIONS Assists park visitors and disseminates information in a friendly, helpful manner. Operates A two-way radio in accordance with proper procedure. MISCELLANEOUS This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by a supervisor, to fulfill the stated “Position Purpose” and the Bureau’s mission. Will participate in training and other job-related learning opportunities, as requested. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Tasks and projects are assigned, prioritized, and facilitated by the Park Maintenance Supervisor or Park Managers. Employee is expected to make decisions about the safest and most efficient manner in the completion of assigned tasks and projects, based on training and knowledge of park operations. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Class C Driver's License 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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