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Custodial Worker 1 - Cook Forest State Park Complex

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$18.41 Hourly
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Cooksburg
100 Pennsylvania 36 (Show on map)
Oct 02, 2026
Salary $18.41 Hourly Location Clarion County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time Job Number N-2026-58839 Department Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Division CN Cook Forest St Prk Cmplx Opening Date 10/02/2026 Closing Date 10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 80210 Position Number 00089240 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit N1 Pay Group ST02 Bureau / Division Code 00386106 Bureau / Division Cook Forest State Park Complex Worksite Address 100 Route 36 City Cooksburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16217 Contact Name Rachel Beam Contact Email racbeam@pa.gov THE POSITION Would you enjoy a hands-on role focused on helping to keep a beautiful state park clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone? As a seasonal Custodial Worker 1 with the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR), you will have the fulfilling opportunity to support the beautiful landscapes of the Cook Forest State Park Complex. This position conducts a wide range of manual tasks to ensure for clean and safe surroundings for all visitors to enjoy. It is a great fit if you enjoy practical work and seeing the results of your efforts. Apply today to join a team that values dedication and service! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports the daily cleanliness and upkeep of park buildings and outdoor areas throughout Cook Forest State Park Complex. Through your work, you will help to ensure safe and pleasant surroundings for all visitors. As a Custodial Worker 1, you will perform the following duties: Restroom Cleaning: Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, showers, floors, and walls in restrooms, bathhouses, and cabins Floor And Fixture Care: Scrub, dust, and polish floors, furniture, and fixtures in park buildings Waste Removal: Empty garbage cans throughout the park, replace garbage bags, and dispose of waste in dumpsters Equipment Operation: Operate a pickup truck or utility vehicle to transport cleaning tools and supplies Minor Repairs: Replace light bulbs and carry out simple repairs or report needed fixes to a supervisor Grounds Maintenance: Pick up litter along roadways and buildings, maintain turf areas using mowers and trimmers, and clear snow and debris from walkways 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 health care 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 in March 2027. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Hours and days may vary due to seasonal requirements and operational needs. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Additional Requirements: This position requires possession of a valid driver's license which is not under suspension. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): One or more years of cleaning experience. 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. 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.