Reference #: 4350330THE POSITIONDo you enjoy working outdoors and prefer a hands-on approach to your job? Then join the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Bald Eagle Forest District and provide skilled work in the maintenance of district roads, trails, and facilities. Experience the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth and numerous promotional opportunities!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　The primary objective of this role is to perform semi-skilled tasks related to the upkeep of state forest facilities and roads within the Bald Eagle State Forest. This includes ensuring forest fire protection within the Bald Eagle Forest District. As part of your responsibilities, you will be responsible for maintaining State Forest roads by clearing culvert pipes of sediment and debris, removing stones from roadways after they have been shaped by a road grader, clearing side ditches of debris and sediment, and cutting and removing brush and trees from roadsides as directed by your supervisor. In addition to road maintenance, you will also operate equipment such as a stone rake pulled by a tractor or pickup truck to ensure the proper maintenance of snowmobile trails. This will involve using snowmobile trail grooming equipment and snowmobiles to groom and maintain the trails. Furthermore, you will be required to operate all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and other equipment used in maintaining the ATV management areas. As part of your duties, you will also utilize chainsaws and other hand tools to clear brush and remove treetops from hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and other trails. Additionally, you will be responsible for painting trail markers to clearly identify the various trails. Lastly, you will be required to mow grass using power mowers and weed eaters to ensure the overall maintenance and aesthetics of the State Forest facilities.

　　Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. *Work Schedule and Additional Information:*

　　Seasonal, full-time employment without benefitsThe season runs from approximately March until November at which the employee is placed on leave without pay.Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.Overtime is voluntary, not required.Occasional travel (as needed).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 thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency.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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: 

　　Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference or qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] 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.