State Parks - Kiptopeke State Park - Maintenance Ranger - Open Until Filled

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Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation!

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hiring! Join us in preserving what people care about most – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure.

Kiptopeke State Park is accepting applications for the Maintenance Ranger position.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Ranger performs the recurring grounds care, maintenance, light construction, and cleaning tasks necessary to operate Virginia State Park facilities, grounds, and equipment

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mow grass and perform general groundskeeping tasks.
• Remove leaves, trash, and litter from park areas.
• Perform basic maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Clean and maintain bathhouses, campsites, and facilities.
• Assist with additional maintenance and operational tasks as assigned by supervisors.
• Position requires standing, bending, and working in the outdoor elements.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and night shifts.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and landscaping equipment.

Additional Considerations:

• Previous experience with landscaping tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, and blowing.
• Previous experience with the trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.
• General knowledge of park operations and local attractions.

Special Instructions:

• Background Check:
  Employment in all Virginia State Parks positions is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
• Employment Eligibility:
  Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
• Driver’s License Requirement: A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.
• Work Requirements:
  Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Parks Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service), are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:
  • Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
  • Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night prior to a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
  • Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.
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