Camp Host at Saco

ExplorUS; Campton Township (IL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A recreational management company is seeking a Camp Host to help ensure a quality recreational experience for visitors. You will maintain facilities, provide customer service, and handle administrative tasks. Strong communication skills and a willingness to work in various weather conditions are essential. This role is perfect for those who love the outdoors and want to engage with the public.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working in an environment of extensive public contact.
• Able to lift 20 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and educate visitors on rules.
• Maintain facilities and grounds by cleaning and sanitizing.
• Collect fees and register campers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Verbal communication

Record-keeping

Job description

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Title: Camp Host

Reports To: General Manager

Department: Operations

Outdoor Recreation Hospitality LLC, dba White Mountain – Saco-

Working at the White Mountain National Forest in the Saco District offers the opportunity to be part of one of New England’s most scenic regions, known for its majestic mountains, rivers, and vibrant forests. The positions for our upcoming 2026 season are fulfilling jobs for outdoor enthusiasts, offering the chance to help preserve and share the beauty of the White Mountains while supporting memorable experiences for visitors.

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates courteousness and displays a helpful attitude to all visitors; provides excellent customer service by educating the public on the rules and regulations of the recreation area.
• Performs certain administrative tasks, including basic recordkeeping and fee collection.
• Maintains facilities and grounds, including cleaning, sanitizing and stocking of restrooms, emptying trash containers and replacing the liners, cleaning roadways and trails, cleaning campsites, picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and disposing of ashes.
• Rakes and grooms sites and public areas, maintains a litter‑free facility, picks up micro‑trash such as bottle caps and cigarette butts, maintains outlying areas such as trails, outposts, and rental cabins.
• Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, governmental agency representatives, and the visiting public.
• Registers campers, collects fees, and sells certain retail items such as firewood, ice, and concession goods.
• Processes revenues and fee collection data using company‑approved forms and procedures.
• Familiar with local points of interest, nearby facilities, and local rules and regulations.
• Reports problems and any unsafe or hazardous conditions as they are discovered.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong customer service skills; enjoys working in an environment of extensive public contact.
• Basic manual labor abilities, including an ability and willingness to clean and sanitize facilities with a variety of cleaning agents and chemicals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic record‑keeping experience, including money handling.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately.
• Willing to work a flexible work schedule, including regular evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift 20 pounds on a frequent basis.
• The ability to move safely over rough and uneven terrain.
• The ability to work in extreme weather.
• Able to tow own RV (where applicable) in and out of campgrounds in emergency situations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.