Equipment Operator B (Seasonal) - Shawnee State Park

Are you prepared to elevate your career while making a meaningful impact on the natural splendor of Shawnee State Park and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources? We present an exceptional opportunity for you to apply your commercial driving skills and expertise in construction equipment operation. We are in search of a safety-focused and proficient operator to join our esteemed team of professionals. If you are passionate about cultivating a rewarding career centered on the upkeep of roads, trails, and facilities within the region, seize this chance to embrace the satisfaction of public service while enjoying avenues for professional development and advancement.

In this position, you will be responsible for operating various vehicles and equipment essential for general construction, maintenance, and groundskeeping tasks, which include snow removal and salting operations. Your duties will involve handling tractor-mounted grass and brush mowers, dump trucks, backhoes, skid steers, excavators, and front-end loaders with a bucket capacity of less than three cubic yards, along with any necessary attachments. You will conduct safety checks, perform preventative maintenance, and inspect equipment before use, while also keeping detailed records of operations. You will also be responsible for moving equipment to State Parks throughout the Region utilizing a semi-truck and trailer.

Additionally, you will engage in a variety of projects such as demolition, construction, water and sewer line repairs, and resource management, as well as performing manual labor when not operating machinery, which includes loading and unloading trucks. Your responsibilities will extend to general maintenance of park facilities, including tasks like building gates and fences, painting, replacing picnic grills and tables, and installing park signs, along with litter collection and restroom cleaning. You will also be tasked with minor repairs and maintenance on equipment, ensuring everything is clean and serviced, and carrying out grounds maintenance activities such as mowing, clearing brush, and snow removal.

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. The season runs from approximately March 2026, through November 2026, at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment March 2027.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Working 5 days/37.5 hours per week to include holidays and weekends when needed

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

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as an Equipment Operator A; or
• Two years of experience in the operation of heavy construction and specialized maintenance equipment used at this level with a gross vehicle weight of 32,001 pounds or more; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience or training.

Special Requirements:

Conditions of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) and any endorsements required to operate specific equipment, in order to meet operational needs.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• 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.

• 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.