Forest Maintenance Supervisor - Pinchot Forest District, Lackawanna County

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lackawanna County, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forest Maintenance Supervisor oversees maintenance and construction activities across the Pinchot Forest District, including work on roads, trails, facilities, equipment, and other infrastructure. The role also focuses on wildfire suppression and ensuring safe, well-organized operations. The supervisor leads maintenance employees, plans and assigns work, evaluates projects and employee performance, and manages materials, equipment, supplies, and workplace safety.

This is a full-time, on-site position with work hours of 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, including a 30-minute lunch. Travel is required for daily use of state vehicles, trainings, and meetings. Occasional overtime is required as necessary.

Requirements

• Four years of semi-skilled maintenance or construction experience, including one year operating small- and medium-size construction or agricultural equipment, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• An active motor vehicle license.
• A valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance employees and instruct them on proper methods, safety procedures, and work techniques.
• Organize and assign maintenance tasks according to district goals and project needs.
• Review maintenance activities, assess project progress, and make recommendations to management.
• Set work standards, evaluate employee performance, and complete required reports.
• Determine material, equipment, and supply needs and prepare purchase requests.
• Ensure safe work practices and discuss hazards and precautions with employees.
• Oversee maintenance and construction activities involving roads, trails, facilities, equipment, and other infrastructure.
• Support wildfire suppression efforts and safe, well-organized operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed