Park Technician / Campground Host
- Part Time
- Newport, WA
- Applications have closed
Pend Oreille County Park System
Maintenance
Other
Volunteer
Job Description
2 Positions Available: Summer Park Technician / Campground Host (Seasonal)
$18.54 per hour; Part-Time (4 days /week; 8-12 hours / week); Non-Exempt Position; No Benefits Apply
Paid sick leave is accrued at 1 hour per 40 hours worked per Washington State law. Because this this a seasonal position, there are no other benefits.
JOB SUMMARY: 8-12 Hrs./Week- Position will focus on the maintenance of the Pend Oreille County Park System. Tasks will include: Light refuse collection and disposal, cleaning and stocking the restrooms, brush control along roads/trail systems, general park beautification and weekly site inspections. Camp fee collection and reporting. Minor repairs. This position requires the ability to work multiple hours during the workday.
Shift And Occupancy Requirements:
There will be 2 positions available.
Candidates must live on site, in an R.V. or travel trailer during their shift.
Teams are encouraged to apply. Pets allowed, must be contained.
Shift 1 will be filled first, which requires working days of Thursday-Sunday.
Shift 2 will be filled second, which requires working days of Monday-Thursday.
Full utility hook ups will be provided along with a host only camp area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Clean restrooms, stock consumables.
Garbage collection & disposal throughout POC Park.
Operate a golf cart, open and close gates.
Beautification of park and parks trails, including string trimming and raking, refuse collection,
Documentation and reporting of Park hazards.
Repair tables, receptacles or other items as needed.
Collect camping fees and prepare usage reports.
Small carpentry projects using basic hand & power tools.
Perform additional light job duties as assigned by the Parks Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a current Driver’s License.
Must be able reliable, team player and able to follow instructions.
Have mechanical aptitude for minor work on equipment and use of power and hand tools.
Moderate physical condition as this position requires some manual labor.
Must be able to work in a safe manner and contribute to a safe work environment.
Works both independently and as member of a project team.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to perform work in an outdoor climate.
Must be neat in appearance and have good communication skills with customers.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Much of this work is performed outdoors with periods of standing, sitting, and kneeling. Routinely bends, and/or squats in awkward positions on hard surfaces for extended time periods; walking on uneven terrain while navigating ascending and descending slopes, walking or hiking several miles while on shift, climbing and/or crawling up or down inclines, stairs, ladders, etc. sometimes while carrying, pulling, pushing and/or lifting objects in excess of 50 pounds. Exposure to noise, fumes, chemicals and/or extreme weather conditions can be expected. Regular and punctual attendance is required and because of the nature of this position, duties must be performed during regular working hours within the department, no telecommuting.
BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS: Respectful, courteous, and friendly to customers, other County employees, and County leadership. A team player that helps the organization meet its objectives. Takes initiative to meet work objectives. Effectively communicates with customers and other County employees. Builds relationships with co-workers and managers. Positively represents the County, maintaining the trust County residents have placed in each of us. Demonstrates honest and ethical behavior.
Pend Oreille County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Tagged as: Pay/Wages, SUMMER '25