Individual Placement- Recreation Program at Mahoning Creek Lake

Student Conservation Association•Porter Township, PA

About The Position

Mahoning Creek Lake, located in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, is a 279-acre reservoir managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Pittsburgh District. Constructed in 1941, its primary goal is flood control for the lower Allegheny River Valley and upper Ohio River. Additionally, the dam was retrofitted in 2012 for hydroelectric power generation, producing 6 MW of renewable power, and the lake provides varied recreational opportunities like boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. Interns may assist in maintaining the dam, managing the surrounding 2,900 acres of federal lands, patrolling boundary lines, and performing repairs. They also conduct environmental stewardship activities and partner with state agencies for wildlife management and debris cleanup.

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.