State Parks - Leesylvania State Park - Maintenance Ranger

Job Summary

We are seeking a responsible, goal-oriented individual who can work as part of a team, take direction from others, and is capable of working unsupervised. This position focuses on the daily upkeep of park facilities, grounds, and positive interaction with a diverse public.

• Restroom and facilities cleaning, trash removal, and landscaping
• Performing basic upkeep and maintenance of equipment and vehicles, and reporting repair needs as required to the supervisor
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and closing shifts

• Must be 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have general knowledge of best practices for janitorial work and associated personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must have general knowledge of best practices for basic care and use of automobiles, hand tools, and power tools.
• Requires shift work to include weekends, holidays, and closing shifts.
• Must be able to utilize mobile device applications for scheduling and work task completion and tracking.

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities related to janitorial services, groundskeeping, and landscaping.
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heavy equipment usage, and masonry.

• 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 Park Service experience are encouraged to apply.

• 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.