Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00074331

Description Activated On:  3/24/2026 11:45:28 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 is semi-skilled manual work in the construction, maintenance and operation of state park property, equipment, and facilities. An employee in this class performs semi-skilled work alone or assists a skilled workman, or he may act as lead worker over a small crew performing routine tasks. Work involves the use of a large variety of construction and maintenance equipment and tools in many different tasks that frequently require the application of skills acquired on the job.

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.

Makes repairs to buildings, equipment and facilities, uses tools of mechanical, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other trades in the performance of maintenance work.

Assists the park automotive mechanics, sewage treatment plant operators, carpenters, and/or maintenance repairmen with routine maintenance duties and major maintenance projects.

Assists equipment operators in performing tasks to maintain park roads, grounds, equipment and facilities.

Acts frequently as a lead worker over laborers, custodians, and other special program people to give them guidance and assure the work is performed to park policy.

Performs custodial duties by cleaning and supplying restrooms, cabins and washhouses using various cleaning agents and power sprayers in order to provide a sanitary facility for park users.

Collects litter and disposes of in appropriate receptacles.

Drives a truck to haul men and materials to and from jobs; assists in performance of the job.

Mows grass as needed to maintain turf areas, operates riding mowers, small tractors, push mowers and grass trimmers.

Cuts brush and trees along roadways, trails, and main activity areas using chain saws, brush kings, and hand tools.

Performs a variety of related duties as required in order to accomplish an efficient and safe operation.

Prepares and paints the surfaces of various materials by sanding or scraping old finish and applying paint or stain using a power spray gun, roller, or brush to place a new finish on the surface.

Maintains records on materials and equipment such as mileage, hours, gas, oil, etc.




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.

In response to work orders assigned to me by my supervisor, I decide on which tools, equipment, and materials to use to complete the assigned job to meet management standards.

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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  Class C Driver's License
 
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Essential Functions
: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Operate a motor vehicle
 2. Lift items weighing up to 50 lbs
 3. Make minor repairs to equipment
 4. Use equipment/tools safely and properly
 5. Follow oral and written instructions
 6. Work outside in various climatic conditions
 7. Must be able to negotiate rough terrain in all weather conditions
 8. Perform mathematical calculations
 9. Prepares required reports
 10. Operate patrol boats