Camp Host

ExplorUS; Morrison (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Camp Host to enhance the outdoor experience for visitors. This role involves operational tasks at campgrounds, ensuring cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, enjoy working outdoors, and be ready to tackle manual labor. Join a team dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the area while engaging with the public in a rewarding environment. If you love the outdoors and are looking for a fulfilling role, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and enjoys working with the public.
• Basic recordkeeping experience, including handling money.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service by educating visitors on rules.
• Maintain facilities and grounds, ensuring cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Verbal Communication

Recordkeeping

Manual Labor

Job description

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Our 2025 season at Arapahoe - Canyon Lakes offers rewarding jobs for outdoor enthusiasts, providing the chance to assist with outdoor recreation while helping preserve the natural beauty of Colorado’s Front Range.

Title: Camp Host

Reports To: General Manager

Department: Operations

Summary:

The Campground Host position is often filled by two people but may be an individual role in certain locations. The primary goal is to provide a quality recreational experience for visitors within areas operated by the Company. The Campground Host will handle nearly all operational tasks required within their assigned campground or area.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates courteousness and helpful attitude to all visitors; provides excellent customer service by educating the public on the rules and regulations of the recreation area.
• Performs administrative tasks, including basic recordkeeping and fee collection.
• Maintains facilities and grounds, including cleaning, sanitizing, restocking restrooms, trash removal, cleaning roads, trails, campsites, picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and disposing of ashes.
• Rakes and grooms sites and public areas, maintains litter-free facilities, and maintains outlying areas such as trails, outposts, and rental cabins.
• Maintains good working relationships with colleagues, government agency representatives, and visitors.
• Registers campers, collects fees, and sells retail items like firewood, ice, and concession goods.
• Processes revenues and fee data using approved forms and procedures.
• Familiar with local points of interest, facilities, and rules.
• Reports problems and unsafe conditions as they are discovered.

Requirements:

• Strong customer service skills; enjoys working with the public.
• Basic manual labor abilities, including cleaning and sanitizing facilities with various cleaning agents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic recordkeeping experience, including handling money.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, learn quickly, and follow instructions.
• Willing to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift 20 pounds frequently.
• Capable of moving safely over rough and uneven terrain.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Able to tow own RV (if applicable) in and out of campgrounds during emergencies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employees are offered health benefits, and all hours worked are paid.