State Parks - Pocahontas State Park - Maintenance Ranger - Open Until Filled Job Richmond area,Virginia USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

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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 for outdoor recreation, strengthening communities’ flood resilience, and protecting what Virginians care about: clean water, parks, natural habitat and open space.

Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians’ lives.

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

Job Summary:

Pocahontas State Park is seeking dependable and motivated applicants that are comfortable working independently to fill the Maintenance Ranger position. This individual performs recurring grounds care, maintenance, light construction, and housekeeping of Virginia State Park facilities. Duties include but are not limited to: cleaning bathhouses, restrooms, cabins, and meeting facilities; mowing grass; weed eating; leaf litter raking/removal; trash, and litter removal.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Clean and maintain restrooms, bathhouses, campsites, rental cabins, and other facilities.
Mow grass and perform general grounds keeping tasks.
Remove leaves, trash, and litter from park areas.
Perform basicmaintenanceon vehicles, tools, and equipment.
Position requires standing, bending, and working in the outdoor elements.
Assist with additionalmaintenanceand operational tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver's License required.
Applicant must be18 years old at start date.
Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings.

Additional Considerations:

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
General knowledge of the use of common hand tools, power tools or cleaning supplies.
Experience in grounds care, janitorial, light construction, or equipment maintenance.
Experience working in parks or in a similar environment.

Special Instructions:

Background Check: DCR is committed to second chance hiring and inclusivity. 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 Park or Federal 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 before 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.