Position Description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING
Position Number: 00056463	Description Activated On: 3/3/2026 11:46:56 AM

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.

This position exists for the operation and maintenance of state park facilities at the Laurel Hill Complex. This position contributes to the bureau's mission of protecting and maintaining the commonwealth's natural resources.

This position performs duties that are routinely executed seven days a week and will be routinely scheduled to work weekends, evenings and holidays as needed for park operations and to meet seasonal needs.

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.

Assist in the repairs and maintenance of all parks buildings.

Assist in installing and repairing windows and doors.

Assist in re-roofing old and new building roofs in all three (3) parks in Complex.

Operate zero turn mowers and tractors for grounds maintenance.

Operate commercial grade weed eaters.

May be required to operate backhoes, skid steers with various attachments, front end loaders, dump trucks, snowplows & various other related types of equipment when needed.

Scrapes, sands, and paints interior and exterior of park buildings. Paints and stains group camp buildings and cabins. Seals cabin chimneys and stone work with water sealers. Builds and paints old and new park signs.

Required to operate and run a chainsaw. Will be active in the hazardous tree removal program.

Conduct trail clearing and maintenance in all 3 parks.

May help removes snow using shovels and a variety of plow trucks.

Assist in various projects, repairs, and rehab efforts.

Utilize all hand and power tools necessary to complete assigned taks.

Performs related work as needed.

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.

Work is assigned and reviewed by Park Maintenance Supervisors and Park Managers.

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:

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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.

1.	Lift heavy objects up to 50#
2.	Communicate well with fellow employees and the general public
3.	Operate/drive park's vehicles
4.	Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
5.	Work in varying climactic conditions and over varying terrain
6.	Operate phones and two-way radios.
7.	Able to use hand and power tools
8.	Ability to work effectively with others or by one’s self.
9.	Operate mowers, tractors, weed eaters and chainsaws
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