Reference #: 4489378 THE POSITION Would you enjoy a job that keeps you busy working outdoors to support an organization that provides opportunities for individuals to fish and boat in Pennsylvania's many lakes, rivers, and streams? Are you skilled at repairing and fixing things and performing manual labor? The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is seeking a Semi Skilled Laborer with exceptional work ethic to join our team. If you are looking for a job where you can showcase your maintenance skill set, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK This is a seasonal job that is currently budgeted for 17 pay periods (34 weeks) per fiscal year. These seasonal positions are critical for ensuring maintenance areas have the manpower required to maintain the facilities in their region during the busiest months of the year. Access area maintenance is critical for ensuring that accesses and ramps are safe for public use. Additionally, this position will allow for crews of two, ensuring that no one works alone and that everyone is able to safely complete the tasks assigned to them, such as mowing access areas and dam breasts. Work includes but is not limited to installing docks, installing signage, weed eating, litter pickup, and making minor maintenance repairs on dams and spillways.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Seasonal, full-time employment Note: This position does not receive medical benefits. Paid time off accrues after working 750 regular (non-overtime) hours in each calendar year. Standard work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. During the summer (April through October), work hours are 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday - Wednesday), 6:00 AM to 2:00PM (Thursday), OFF Friday - Sunday. There may be occasional travel, overnights, weekend, evening, holiday, or overtime work. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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. Conditions of Employment: This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent. Additional Requirements: 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). 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or oth r 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.