New Work Camper (rare!) opportunity just received for the Texas Hill Country!

NOTE: This Work Camper position has been filled. Do not apply.

Couple wanted to live free at my beautiful, historical, ranch in Texas, for doing small jobs. 

(Sent to me, Jack, 12/13/18)
My wife Heidi and I own a small ‘Not for Profit, just for Enjoyment’ Game Ranch, where there is no boring office duties, no ‘running credit cards’ or checking RV’rs in and out, no swimming pools or restrooms to clean, just mainly ‘grunt work’, but Nothing Hard……….

The Following will give you a better idea of what I need done on here.

Again, Thanks,

B.J. and Heidi McCord, Kerrville, Texas

What I expect in my Workamper Couple:

I prefer an Honest, Permanent Couple (for two sets of eyes), to be with us for a good length of time, and, we prefer ‘Home-Bodies’, rather than those that ‘Have to Travel’ all the time, so someone will be here in case something happens & we need you. 

Summer ‘DayTrips’ and even ‘weekenders’ are fine as long as the ‘Duties are Done’, but longer than that is ‘stretching it’.  Winter is Much more ‘open’ for you to travel because there is less we can do on here as the deer are ‘in Rut’ (breeding), then having babies, etc., so we stay Out of the pastures.

I will not have Children or un-trained Yapping Dogs’, because I Will Not have Anything chasing or bothering our chickens, game, and/or other wildlife that live here.  NO Pit Bulldogs, No loud Music, No loud vehicles, or loud people, or Anything Else Loud.

On the small engine repairs, I just need someone who is capable of deciphering problems and get our lawnmowers, chainsaws, or weed-eaters, mowing and bucket tractors running if they fail to, or to be able to ‘tune them up’ if they don’t run right, and maintain them, rather than having to take them to a durn shop to be fixed.  We don’t use them very often, but when we do, we need ’em to run right.

As far as a Carpenter goes, I need a ‘half-az’ carpenter to replace the top deck bannister and floor, and paint on our old home, and possibly give the CampHouse a good coat of Wood Sealer, maybe replace a screen door, etc., etc., etc.

I don’t offer any pay, but just a spacious RV spot in a Live Oak Tree Mott, and I furnish along with the site, electricity, septic, water, and satellite TV.

If the Wifi I have in the house will work, you will have it also, if not we can talk about getting it in.

I need some ‘ranch work’ done, and a few carpentry ‘re-builds’ on our 122 year old home and possibly some painting here and there, but the ‘work’ is Not limited to this.  I have a list of the work, pretty well in the order of ‘Has to be done No, to Later’……

The Axis & White-Tail deer and other animals and birds that call this place ‘Home’, are so comfortable on here, they eat, sleep, breed, and bare their young on here, so we don’t even go into some areas, because it may disturb them and they may move.  I will show you the areas to ‘Stay Out Of’.

You will need to keep us a supply ready of ‘mixed up’ ‘Hi-Protein’ Feed, in 5-gallon buckets, for us to feed our deer with (as my wife Heidi feeds every afternoon), feed and care for our chickens, gather their GREAT eggs for you and I, keep our ‘Live Traps’ baited 24/7 to catch and ‘dispatch’ the predators that kill or chase our defenseless feathered friends, rabbits, and/or deer, then feed them to our poor buzzards at our ‘bone yard’. 

You will be expected to  pick up any trash that may blow onto our fence off the highway, help plant Oats for our deer, mow,

weed-eat and grub weeds in the summertime, pull dead trees to the ‘burn pile’, and be able to fix any problem that arises with the mower or weed-eater engines, and then ‘Winterize’ by wrapping and insulating a few water pipes & water items to keep them from freezing in the winter times, ‘ride’ the West fence and look good for ‘Crawl Holes’ at least weekly & if found ‘Rock Them Closed’, in order to keep Foxes, Bobcats, Raccoons, Hogs, Porcupines, and ‘feral dogs’, etc. Out.

You can ‘Shock’ our pool, clean water filters on our fish tanks, and many other ‘odd things’ that may come up, like trim cedars to widen roads, but be sure to poison any Fire Ant mounds whenever and wherever you see them.

If you get bored, you can ‘straighten’ the items in  the barn, make sure all vehicle tires are up so they don’t go flat & ruin.

I would like to say I want about 22 hours a week, but after you get ‘the Duties lined out’, I really and truly don’t believe this would take over 12 to 15 hours a week to do.  If you see it is taking longer, heck, wait till the next week. There’s No Rush on here!

Remember to NEVER WALK On This Ranch, Away From the Barn-House Areas!  Always drive our old Kawasaki Mules, as the game is used to them, as feed comes out of them, but Please Drive Them Slowly, so it doesn’t hurt them, OR scare our game. NEVER leave the House/and/or Barn areas at night, other than by the main road to the main gate. Please Fuel the Mules up and check the tires for air, weekly.

While doing all of  this, Always Being Aware of Trespassers, or people who are on this Ranch, Uninvited, and be ready to call the

Sheriff if Anyone is  ever seen, which it never has, but …in this idiotic day in time, ya never know………..

Other than that, just sit, relax, and enjoy the Beauty of this ‘Historical old Ranch, and this Portion of the Texas Hill Country’, and

all of the many species of wildlife, that call this place,’ Home’.

If you need to have a job, there is no reason why you can’t get a job in town and still do the few jobs I need done here, also.

This place is Not ‘Work, Work, Work’, it is more like ‘Work a little then relax & enjoy, work a little then Relax & enjoy’.  There is NO hard work here, and Nothing that I don’t already do myself at 78.  Well, other than fix gas motors & replace flooring……..Ha!

Please Understand, this is a ‘Low-Fenced but ‘High Quality Game Ranch’, and in order to keep it as quiet as possible on here & to keep from disturbing our many ‘Game Animals’, that Live Here, we cannot allow you to have guest over here.  We just cannot

have people ‘coming and going’, all times of the day and night.  So, Please meet and visit with your guest in town, and not here.

Now, This Is Not Written in Stone, we are willing to listen if you want someone that is Quiet to stay overnight or even a weekend, and if you want to travel in the summer, we can work out a schedule when y’all and We want to travel, and the other can be here, watching and taking care of our place, and our animals, birds, and fish for us.

Kerrville and this surrounding area of the Beautiful ‘Texas Hill Country’, has many, many beautiful, and historical, areas to visit &

enjoy, and we own a kayak that you are Most Welcome to borrow, if you want to ‘Float’ the Beautiful Guadalupe, Frio, or Sabinal

Rivers’ to relax, swim, or fish.  Just be sure to take paddles, ‘life jackets’ & if you fish, have current Fishing Licenses, to be ‘legal’.

When we ‘travel’ in our RV in the summertime, you will be expected to still get the trash out & pick up our mail, feed our deer, fish,

chickens and song birds, and make sure all of the sources of water are working for them to drink fresh, clear, water, and have everything they need to keep them happy & Extra safe on here, so they will be here when we get back.

There’s Many other things that need to be done that I cannot possibly put down here.  Just keep our place like you would if you owned it and loved the animals as much as we do.

Please Understand: You are an Independent Contractor, so we Do Not collect any taxes out of paychecks for the government.

Again, we prefer ‘Home-Bodies’, that are happy staying here, rather than those that ‘Have the Need to Travel’ all the time.

I have a ‘write-up’ of the History of Kerr County and of the particular ranch that I own, that I will be more than happy to share with you. Just ask me for them.

FYI:  We believe that Donald Trump is doing a Great Job!   If you disagree, please do yourself a huge favor and learn the truth about Trump rather than believe all of the Democratic lies, which as far as I can see, lies are the only thing Democrats Excel at.

After reading this, I would like to hear from you.

Please email me ONLY, at mccord11@windstream.net

Thanks,

B.J.

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New Work Camping Job Posting – Hershey Entertainment and Resorts

New Work Camping Job Posting – Hershey Entertainment and Resorts
(Received 11/21/18)

 

Job Description:

 

This position is responsible for cleaning, grounds keeping, and providing maintenance to all areas of the Hersheypark Camping Resort.

This is a seasonal position available for the peak season which begins in March, and continues thru the fall/winter shoulder season. This is primarily a first shift position. However, working schedule may include mornings, mid shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays based on operational needs and may vary week to week.

 

Job Functions:

 

Detailed cleaning of cabins, bath houses and public spaces

Picking up trash

Cleaning fire pits

Operating lawn equipment to include lawn mowers, string trimmers, chain saws, and hedge saws

General Maintenance

Washing dishes and doing laundry

Other duties as assigned by manager/supervisor

Provide guest site escort as needed by front desk team

 

Basic Qualifications:

 

Must be at least 18 years of age or older

Must have a valid driver’s license

 

Additional Qualifications:

 

Organizational skills

Positive, professional employee and guest relations skills

Capable of working alone and as a team. Must be a self starter

Ability to handle multiple priorities at once

Ability to understand instructions, both written and verbal

Must be able to clean 6 to 8 cabins within a specified time period

 

Working Conditions:

 

Physical requirements include complete mobility and good physical conditioning, good hearing and vision, and ability to tolerate heat

Proper footwear must be provided by employee

Must be able to push/pull/lift a maximum of 50 lbs

Exposure to machinery and lawn equipment

Ability to safely use chemicals in and around the work place meeting OSHA standards

This is a seasonal position available for the peak season which begins in March, and continues thru the fall/winter shoulder season. Working schedule is primarily 1st shift however, it may include mornings, mid shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays. All schedules are based on operational needs and may vary week to week.

 

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Find wage, amenity and application information on the website:

http://www.hersheyjobs.com/jobs/index.php

 

Address questions to:

Alysia Coppula

Recruiter

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company

27 W. Chocolate Avenue / Hershey, PA 17033

Phone: 717-508-1748 alrcoppula@hersheypa.com

Two park host site positions open – Moody, Texas

Received: 4/8/18
Two park host site positions open – Moody, Texas

Hi Jack,

I am the lead Ranger at Mother Neff State Park in Moody, Tx. I  would like to post a position on your web pages.

I do have two park host site positions open.

Below is a description of duties with my contact  information for any questions potential hosts may have.

Park Hosts duties include: – Customer service by greeting customers and providing information – Cleaning of campsites, facilities, and restrooms – Site checks, meter checks, litter patrol, operating a UTV – Assist in standard maintenance operations. Depending upon selected applicant’s experience, duties might also include: – Assisting in office operations – Interpretive activities and events. – If interested contact Diego Aragon at 254-313-8933 Criminal Background Check required.

Hosts will be provided with a large concrete driveway and Granite campsite tent pad with Full Hook-Up (Water/Sewer/Electric) site in exchange for a minimum scheduled work hours per week of 30 (couple) / 24 (single). You must be a minimum of 18 years old to apply go to   https://tpwd.samaritan.com

Website:
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/mother-neff

Map it:
1680 Texas 236 Hwy.
Moody, Tx. 76557

Two New Work Camping Opportunities

9/20/17 Both received today. Act fast to contact either if interested.

1. Position for a couple interested in managing a 400 space RV Resort near the Mesa/Apache Junction Area.
We are looking for a couple who is interested in full-time, management position to work at our RV Resort in the Apache Junction area. This position requires an experienced and reliable team who are capable of handling the day-to-day property operations of an RV Resort. The selected team must be able to handle the administrative needs of the office along with the maintenance needs of the Park. Applicants must be willing to work flexible hours and live on-site at the Resort.

Core Qualifications:

·         Prior resort or property management experience required.

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·         Enjoy working in a 55+ community

·         Be willing to assist a diverse community of residents with different needs.

Maintenance Responsibilities:

• Perform duties related to plumbing, electrical, painting, pressure washing and any other maintenance needs related to the property.
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems to identify issues and necessary repairs.
• Complete grounds work, which may include trash clean up, sweeping, landscaping, etc.
• Should be able operate various manual and power tools.
• Regular maintenance, if applicable, to landscape and irrigation systems.
• Properly operate, maintain and store all maintenance equipment.
• Point of contact for after hours’ calls and emergencies.
• Must be able to lift objects weighing 50lbs or above regularly. Applicant should also be able to meet the physical demands to work indoors and outdoors.
• Positional also requires physical ability to stand and walk for long periods, climb stairs and ladders and to squat.

·         Knowledge of city regulations/city code is a plus.

·         Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

 

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Complete daily administrative duties.
• Communicate via telephone and email about deposits, cancellations, renewals and resident concerns.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports relating to income collection.
• Delegate and communicate responsibilities efficiently to staff .
• Assist prospective and current resident with questions, concerns and relations.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of all community policies and enforce policies throughout Park.
• Greet new residents and assist with the check-in process.

·         Ability to coordinate and communicate with Activities Director and Park Association.

·         Courteous and efficient handling of resident requests and complaints.

·         Communicate with the Corporate Office regarding office needs.

• Applicant should have basic knowledge of administrative and office decorum. Should have a respectful, friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Applicant should also be computer and internet savvy. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Campground Master is desired

  Interested parties email weaversneedle@yahoo.com.
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  2. Looking for a couple to host at Questa Lodge and RV Park
  Questa, NM

  The park provides private accommodations in the Lodge building.  The front office is part of the living room which has a stove for heating in the winter.  The lodge has an full kitchen, dining area, master bedroom with private master bath.

  Duties will include answering phone, checking ARS system (currently being implemented), cleaning cabins between reservations, cleaning restroom and other general maintenance and repairs.  Hi season starts before memorial day and slows down mid-September/October.

  In addition to lodging, we include a monthly salary.

  Interested parties should contact John at 575 779 8985

Work Camper Opportunity at Lake Sherwood Recreation Area

Opportunity at Lake Sherwood Recreation Area in the Monongahela National Forest

Received: 6/2/17

Do you like the outdoors? Meeting new people? Does spending the

summer at the lake interest you? If so, there are currently opportunities

at the Lake Sherwood gatehouse for work campers.

The Forest Service is seeking couples or singles to assist in the operation

of the Lake Sherwood gatehouse.

The responsibilities include:

 Open/close campground gate on assigned days

 Staff the gatehouse to greet visitors, issue visitor permits and passes,

collect fees, provide brochures and maps, compile visitor use

information

 Post campsites with reservation signs

 Assist with the delivery of campground programs (Smokey Bear,

arts/crafts,)

A free full hookup campsite (electric, water, and sewer) is provided as

well as a daily stipend allowance in return for your services.

For more information please call the White Sulphur Ranger Station at

304-536- 2144 extension 111 to speak with Yvonne Norman or email her

at ynorman@fs.fed.us

White Sulphur Springs, WV

Workamper Couple Needed – Wages Paid – Colorado

Okay folks you have been asking for a great workamping position that pays wages – here you go! Don’t wait long because this sounds pretty good. – Jack & Niki

Hello Niki and Jack –

I just took a look at your website.  You have a great thing going!

I’m wondering if you can help us (we will give you a couple nights free RV hookup.)

My husband and I have a guest ranch in western Colorado.  We have 8 cabins, 10 RV sites, one bath house, a stocked lake, evening campfires, a barnyard full of animals and a kids play ground.

We have hired Workampers for several years and it has been a great experience every year.  But, we recently got word that there is a health crisis with the gal that we hired for this summer (serious health crisis) and therefore they will not be able to work for us this summer. So, we are scrambling a bit to get another couple hired for this summer.  You are probably aware of workamper.com and the service that they offer.  It has been so helpful in the past but I have contacted every couple that I think could be a fit and I’m not having any luck.  Any chance you know anyone in your circles who are looking for work for this summer???

Our needs are in repairs, maintenance, grounds keeping, cabin cleaning, office management, and everything in between.

We can either offer work in exchange for their site (12-15 hours/week) or full-time (which is actually not full-time as far as hours) where we pay $1200/month/each plus RV site and utilities.  They would have 2 days off/week (during the middle of the week).  We offer 50% to family and friends.  We are looking for a start date of early to mid June.  The end date is negotiable.

One of the chores for the summer is to help my husband work on a log cabin.  He has been working on it for the past 4 summers.  We have the interior to do this summer.

We are located in such a great spot… 30 miles east of the town of Meeker at the end of the road (we boarder White River National Forest  – therefore we have a trailhead at our place).

We have two boys, ages 14 and 10.

Here are a couple video links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVY80IK56dw&t=5s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfl1M5vct7M&t=1s

I am actively trying to find someone now.  Please pass our email along to anyone you know who might be a good worker and who would enjoy a summer at the Ute Lodge.

Many Thank yous!

Mona Maser

Ute Lodge

www.utelodge.com

Andersen’s Oceanside Resort Is Looking For Work Campers At The Beach In Washington

Andersen’s Oceanside Resort Is Looking For Work Campers At The Beach In Washington

Live at the Beach! Beautiful Area. Private RV park looking for Team/Couple for Spring/Summer: Immediate hire. Possibility to continue through Easy winter season Oct-April the right couples.Join us as park hosts at the Highest rated park in the northwest. Rated 10 on Woodall and 9.5 on Good SamStandard schedule- 3 days/6 hrs- Avg.18 hr/wk EACH. Even trade for site. No taxes. Canadians Welcome!Washington State – South West Coast.

Our Private 7 acre waterfront property can be Your home at the beach~ Included RV site with 20/30/50 amp power, sewer, water, digital TV, WI-FI and laundry allowance. Great area to be with plenty to do. Monthly staff Bonfire BBQs!

Work expected:

“Inside” Reception of guests, answering phones, taking reservations, payments, confirmations, emails, paperwork, check-ins, explanation of fees and policies, sales of in store merchandise, cash handling and change, cash drawer reporting at end of shift, light cleaning, and maintaining office equipment and supplies. Must be able to utilize computer programs such as: windows, Chrome, Google, Square, Word, REZ reservation system -similar to campground manager. Typing proficiency, multitasking and frequently standing up and walking around is necessary.

“Outside” Assistist with parking rigs, pumping propane, inspecting/ correcting sites, explaining (not enforcing) rules, picking up and delivering fire pits and wood, trash, bathrooms. Knowledge of and practical experience with: Landscaping, plumbing (septic), electrical, operating equipment and general maintenance. May require manual labor: heavy lifting, digging, raking, watering, walking and often being outside all shift. Golf Cart driving necessary.

Talent expected:Excellent customer service skills with a happy attitude and easy smile. Have pride in yourself and our park with Professional and Courteous behavior at all times. Gain knowledge of the area to answer inquiries and offer suggestions. Adept at maintaining composure while diffusing complaints- taking corrective actions to appease, or explaining rules and policy kindly and steadfastly. Be Reliable, and Honorable. You need a smartphone with data for texting- Windows OS is preferable. Uniforms may be required and would be provided.

Must have a completely operational and acceptable looking rig/vehicle with insurance. References required. Background check to hire.Submit CV or Resume WITH photos of *RV+vehicle and *Yourselves (Team/Couple only) along with your contact phone number.Do not call our office.Email ONLY 1ao.rvp@gmail.com Subject line: beach bum

Job Type: Part-time

Received 4/4/17 by J. Armstrong, snowbirdrvtrails@gmail.com

Host Couple Needed for a Summer in Colorado…. Site + Wages!

Estes Park KOA
(Rec’d 3/8/17 – by  J. Armstrong – snowbirdrvtrails.com)
Seeking a husband and wife team to live and work in the most beautiful place in the mountains……Rocky Mountain National Park at Estes Colorado .   Our small KOA campground is one of the busiest in the West.  78 sites including cabins, tent area and RV sites.  This KOA was the 7th built.  Very small property, terraced land.  We have back in sites—no pull throughs!  We also have lots of humming birds, elk, deer and  an occasional bear. Wandering through the campground.  Interested couples will work 35 hours a week/ each person , 30% off store items; free laundry, propane at cost.  The RV cannot be over 35 ft long.  10     hours/person/week goes toward full hookup site. Remaining hours paid at $10/hour.  Peri Ann Query, 815-751-1251. Or periquery@gmail.com

(Rec’d 3/8/17 – by  J. Armstrong – snowbirdrvtrails.com)

Seasonal Campground Openings with Recreation Resource Management

We need hosts or host couples for 2017 at the campgrounds we operate on the east side of Mt. Whitney, in California.   The position pays wages and includes a host site and utilities.  You can find pictures and information here and here.

We ask you to take two steps to apply:

1.  If you have not already done so, apply for a 2017 camp host position at this link.   If you have already put in an application, you do not need to do it again, but you will not be considered without an application.

2.  Please contact Thomas Dillard by email at RRMJobs@camprrm.com to communicate your interest.  Our jobs database has lots of people in it, so make sure they know that you are interested in this particular job.  Please do not contact them until you have completed an application.

Note that after completing the application, you will be asked to take a short personality profile assessment so we can learn more about you.  This will help us ask better questions in the interview process.

If you have any difficulties, each page of the application should have a button says “Technical Difficulties?  Get Help Now.”  By clicking this button, you will reach representatives of Applicant Pro, the company that hosts the application, and they should be able to help you complete the process.

Find more free Work Camping opportunities on our web page at http://www.snowbirdrvtrails.com/workamping.htm