State Parks - Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park - Housekeeping Ranger - Open Until Filled

Hourly Range: $15.00 to $18.00

About the role

Raymond R. “Andy” Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park is accepting applications for the Housekeeping Ranger position. Shenandoah River State Park’s Housekeeping Rangers are responsible for the safe and efficient cleaning of guest cabins and other park facilities. Incumbent will learn how to use cleaning tools and chemicals in a safe manner, including the proper use of personal protective equipment. Cabins and other park facilities must be cleaned to a high standard within the prescribed time frame. Work is usually fast paced and physically demanding, including bending down and reaching up frequently.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning of rental park facilities, including cabins, camping cabins, and yurts, before check-in times.
• Responsible for inventorying rental facility supplies to ensure they are available for the next guest.
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning tasks necessary to operate state park facilities.

Requirements

• Must be 17 years or older and have a valid State Driver’s License.
• Must be willing to work shift work, weekends, and holidays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
• Must provide excellent customer service skill and be willing to work in a team environment and independently.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
• Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form; DCR participates in E-Verify.
• A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in housekeeping, a janitorial setting, or commercial cleaning is preferred.

Additional Information

• 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.

Benefits

DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts such as:

• 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.