Game Lands Maintenance Worker 1
About The Position
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is searching for a Game Lands Maintenance Worker 1 who takes pride in craftsmanship and enjoys physical work. This position is responsible for supporting conservation efforts and improving important habitat areas by using equipment, tools, and outdoors skills to keep game lands safe and accessible. In this role, you will help maintain state game lands by supporting construction, habitat work, equipment use, and outdoor maintenance activities. You will play an important role in keeping public access areas safe and improving habitat for wildlife.
Requirements
- One year of laboring experience using construction tools and equipment; or One year of farming experience using agricultural tools and equipment; or One year of construction equipment operation experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- Ability to obtain an active Class A Commercial Driver’s License within one year of employment.
- Ability to perform essential job functions.
Responsibilities
- Develop habitat areas, maintain openings, and use tools such as chain saws to improve wildlife habitat
- Operate or assist with operating heavy equipment, machinery, and tools for construction and land management
- Build and maintain parking areas, trails, gates, and public access routes on game lands
- Assist with prescribed burns, herbicide work, and snow removal activities as needed
- Maintain boundary lines, post informational signs, and help survey new or existing land tracts
- Assist wildlife officers with wildlife-related duties such as handling road-killed animals and supporting special management areas
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
