Park Technician: Trails, Safety & Programs

Socket.dev; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport News, VA is seeking a Park Technician to maintain Noland Trail and park trails, support on-water programming, and manage weekend rentals. This full-time, hourly role offers $17.50 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include trail maintenance, safety briefings, equipment management, and guest assistance. Valid first aid/CPR/AED certifications and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather are required.

Qualifications

• Interest in and care for the outdoors.
• Hold or obtain valid first aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and task-prioritization skills with an adaptable, collaborative, and safety-first mindset.
• Ability to safely, properly, and efficiently operate vehicles, equipment, 2-way radio systems, and tools, including operator’s maintenance required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Health and Sustainability: Maintain trails and paths to park standards, ensure guest safety, prevent erosion, and perform minor repairs to structures.
• Educational Programming: Set up, inspect, repair and store kayaks and waterfront gear; provide safety briefings and basic paddling tips.
• Wellness and Recreation: Operate rentals and reservations, manage check-outs/check-ins, and support weekend programs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Outdoors interest

First aid CPR AED

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety-first mindset

Team work

Independent work

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

The Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport News, VA is seeking a Park Technician to maintain Noland Trail and park trails, support on-water programming, and manage weekend rentals. This full-time, hourly role offers $17.50 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include trail maintenance, safety briefings, equipment management, and guest assistance. Valid first aid/CPR/AED certifications and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather are required.