Facilities / Ranger (FSB) - Spring 2027

BSA Sea Base; Islamorada (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Meals provided

Fitness facilities

Job summary

BSA Sea Base in Islamorada, FL is seeking staff for the Spring 2027 season to maintain and repair its facilities across multiple Sea Base locations. The role requires initiative and the ability to work independently in a dynamic, outdoor environment.

The position covers landscaping, routine maintenance of property and buildings, light carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work; a mechanical background is desired.

Qualifications

• Experience with landscaping and routine property maintenance.
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work preferred.
• Mechanical background is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping and routine maintenance of Sea Base properties.
• Assist with light carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tasks.
• Work independently and across multiple Sea Base locations.

Skills

Landscaping

Property maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Mechanical background

Job description

Job Details

Rangers are vital to the support of the facility and general appearance of Sea Base locations. This position is responsible for facility upkeep and repair throughout our properties. Applicants must have the ability to work independently. Tasks include, but are not limited to, landscaping, routine maintenance of property and buildings, light carpentry, plumbing, and electrical. Mechanical background is desired.

This application is for the Spring 2027 season.

About the Sea Base

The Sea Base is one of four National High Adventure Bases operated by Scouting America (formerly Boy Scout of America). We offer programs that include fishing, sailing, scuba diving, coral restoration, snorkeling, kayaking, camping, and much more across six operating locations. Many job opportunities are available at multiple locations; not all locations have job opportunities.

Sea Base Locations

• Sea Base, Islamorada - Located in Islamorada, FL at mile marker 73.8 along US-1, Overseas Highway. Home to our sailing and scuba diving adventures.
• Camp Jackson Sawyer - Located just south of Bahia Honda State Park, mile marker 33.9. Home to our Family Adventure Camp and Pre/Post adventure camp.
• Brinton Environmental Center - Located in Summerland Key at mile marker 23.8. Home to our coral nursery and coral restoration efforts, Out Island adventure (Big Munson Island), and many other adventures.
• Sea Base, St. Thomas - Located in the Unites States Virgin Islands. Home of two different sailing opportunities.
• Sea Base Bahamas - Located about 100 miles east of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Home to three different sailing opportunities.

About Sea Base Staff

Our staff get to work in many different capacities to support and run our many programs that run throughout the year. While the summer season (approximately mid-May through August) is our largest opportunity for staff, we have employment opportunities throughout the year.

Employees have the opportunity to take advantage of regular meals prepared by our food-services team and on-site housing provided during each employment term. Accommodations also include fitness rooms, recreational areas, and laundry machines.

While on staff, you will have the opportunity for staff to gain knowledge and certifications in scuba diving, lifeguarding, wilderness first aid, CPR, and SERV Safe.