Individual Placement- Recreation Program at Conemaugh River Lake

Student Conservation Association•Conemaugh Township, PA

About The Position

Conemaugh River Lake, completed in 1952 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is a vital flood control project in Indiana and Westmoreland Counties, Pennsylvania. Its primary goals are to provide flood risk reduction for the Conemaugh, Kiski, lower Allegheny, and upper Ohio River valleys. Additionally, the lake offers recreational opportunities such as biking, hiking, fishing, and picnic areas. Interns may be engaged in dam operations, managing recreational facilities, monitoring water quality, and performing environmental stewardship. They may also conduct tours of the dam, highlighting its history and functions.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English
Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds
Must wear SCA provided attire while on duty.

Nice To Haves

Public service experience
Natural resource management experience.

Responsibilities

Support the operation and maintenance of flood control facilities.
Support public recreational activities.
Protect and preserve natural resources.
Assist with a variety of routine trade duties for the maintenance and operation of project facilities, including landscaping, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry
Use a variety of tools and equipment common to the trades listed above.
Safely operate, control, and clean heavy power equipment and tools.
Complete assignments that involve multiple tasks or processes.
Follow directions and sequences to complete tasks.