State Parks - First Landing State Park - Maintenance Ranger - Open Until Filled

Hourly Rate: $15.00

About the role

The Maintenance Ranger supports the operation and maintenance of Virginia State Park facilities by performing routine grounds care, light construction, and cleaning tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining park buildings, trails, and equipment to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for visitors.

Responsibilities

• Perform recurring grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, trail maintenance, litter removal, and leaf cleanup.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and other park facilities, restock supplies as needed.
• Operate and maintain hand tools and cleaning equipment (e.g., hammers, saws, pruners, mops, brooms).
• Safely operate power tools and equipment, including mowers, tractors, weed eaters, pressure washers, and UTVs.
• Conduct basic maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Assist with minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs as required.
• Provide courteous assistance to park visitors, answer questions, and ensure a positive guest experience.
• Support additional maintenance and operational tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid Driver’s license.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings; hours may vary seasonally.
• Capable of performing manual labor outdoors in all weather conditions, including frequent walking, bending, standing, and lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• General knowledge of hand tools, cleaning supplies, and basic maintenance practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with staff and park guests.

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.

Benefits

DCR employees are entitled to the following discounts at Virginia State Parks:

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• 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.