State Parks - High Bridge Trail State Park - Maintenance Ranger Lead - Open Until Filled

Join the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) in preserving natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure at High Bridge Trail State Park.

About the role

This Maintenance Ranger Lead position allows you to utilize your mechanical skills while connecting with nature and the outdoors. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of equipment repair, including small engine maintenance, and the ability to ensure the park and its facilities are well-maintained to support daily operations. Candidates should follow directions, take initiative, and responsibly operate and maintain tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform groundskeeper tasks such as mowing, weed eating, cleaning bathrooms, trash removal, and light construction.
• Work independently on assigned tasks.
• Safely and competently use all power tools (gas and electric).
• Perform routine maintenance on mowers, groundskeeper equipment, and tools.
• Perform basic carpentry for repairs to bridges and other park structures.
• Drive and operate utility tractors with various implements.
• Complete UTV training and demonstrate competence in trail use.
• Drive truck and trailer combinations with various loads and demonstrate proficiency in reverse operation.
• Supervise and train Maintenance Rangers and volunteers.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Available to work 8-hour or flexible shifts; day shift or weekends are options.

Requirements

• Combination of experience and/or training in one or more of the following: building, grounds, or equipment maintenance.
• General knowledge of the use and care of common hand tools, as well as cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Valid State Driver's License if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance and equipment operation.
• Experience leading or supervising others.
• Current Registered Technician Applicator’s License for herbicide through VDACS.
• Current Limbing and Bucking Sawyer Certification through Virginia State Parks.

Pay

Hourly rate: $16.00 - $18.00

Benefits

This is a wage/seasonal position limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30 and is not eligible for benefits. DCR employees receive the following discounts:

• 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 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 (two-night minimum stay required). Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays receive a 25% discount.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form, and DCR participates in E-Verify.