Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) - Loyalsock Forest District, Sullivan County

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Agency: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources
Location: PA
Type: Full-Time
Work arrangement: onsite
Posted: 2026-05-04

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Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) - Loyalsock Forest District, Sullivan County

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Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) - Loyalsock Forest District, Sullivan County

Salary

$18.46 Hourly

Location

Sullivan County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-48094-90030

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Fors Dstr #20

Opening Date

04/23/2026

Closing Date

5/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

90030

Position Number

00258188

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00388120

Bureau / Division

Loyalsock Forest District

Worksite Address

86 Dry Run Road

City

Hillsgrove, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18619

Contact Name

Christine Adkins

Contact Email

Chadkins@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Step into the outdoors and make a real difference as a Seasonal Forest Maintenance Worker with the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, Loyalsock Forest District. If you enjoy hands-on work, fresh air, and helping keep our forests safe and beautiful, this job is a great fit. Every day brings something new, from caring for trails to supporting wildfire crews. Join us for a season of meaningful work that helps protect Pennsylvania’s natural spaces.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will help maintain and improve forest roads, trails, buildings, and facilities throughout the district. You’ll use a variety of tools and equipment to support daily operations and assist with forest protection activities.Trail & Road Work: Maintains and repairs forest roads, bridges, culverts, trails, and boundary lines, including clearing vegetation and installing signs or gates.Facility Upkeep: Assists with cleaning, mowing, painting, garbage collection, snow removal, and general repairs at district buildings and comfort stations.Equipment Care: Performs routine maintenance on tools, vehicles, and power equipment, and keeps written records of equipment use and repairs.Fire Support: Helps with wildfire suppression and prescribed burns using hand tools, pumps, and other equipment, and attends required fire-related training.Fence Maintenance: Inspects, clears, and repairs deer exclosure fences and related equipment to keep them functioning properly.Emergency Assistance: Supports search and rescue efforts, applies herbicides under supervision, posts signage, and follows all safety rules and training requirements.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2026 until 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 5:00 PM, Monday - Wednesday and Thursday 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. Friday off.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 spa