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We have a seasonal Camp Host opportunity on Vancouver Island to begin as soon as possible.

Job description:

Campsite Host in a non-serviced rustic forestry campsite. *REMOTE CAMP, off-grid, no potable water on-site.

Join our team and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature while contributing to a vibrant outdoor community. Our campgrounds offer a unique opportunity for seasonal staff to enjoy the camping lifestyle while getting paid.

FULL-TIME POSITION | FIXED TERM CONTRACT | SEASONAL

• 4 months contract beginning in April or May.
• An on-site presence is required for the duration of the contract. Camp hosts must live and sleep on-site, have their own sleeping unit and be self-sufficient.
• A personal campsite is provided for the duration of the season (non-serviced / dry camping, with fire ring and picnic table).
• A vehicle and all tools required for the job are provided.

IMPORTANT! Our campgrounds are remotely located on forest service roads and are considered “rustic dry’’: they have no commodities such as electricity or potable/running water, only pit toilets.

• This is not a typical job opportunity; it’s part of a lifestyle: you will live, work, and spend a lot of your free time at the same location.
• Silvifor has a comprehensive Safety Program in place, which will provide you with all the tools and support needed to ensure a safe camping experience.
• All our positions require a vulnerable sector criminal check as well as a driver's abstract. Following your hiring, you will need to complete some short, free online courses and basic training.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Campsite Hosts are responsible for day-to-day campground operations, maintaining a safe and secure environment for our guests. Here are some examples of the main tasks and expectations:

• Greeting and checking in campers.
• Managing reservations and last-minute bookings (first come, first served sites).
• Revenue collection, writing receipts and cash reconciliations.
• Presenting the rules and ensuring compliance from guests.
• Cleaning, painting and maintaining all areas of the park.
• Occasionally operating vehicles (golf cart or work truck) and small power tools such as weedwhackers and leaf blowers.
• Complying with safety guidelines and being proficient in emergency procedures.
• Communicating daily with supervisors and reporting all issues.

EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

A daily presence on-site is required. Campsite Hosts live on-site; they are expected to be there the majority of their time during their contract and to sleep there every night.

REQUIRED:

Ideal candidates will be motivated and physically fit for the job (able to lift 50 pounds and walk around/stand for long periods of time). The following qualifications are also required:

• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ready for basic remote mobile work (laptop/tablet) and proficient with various online protocols (virtual meetings, mobile document scanning, using various mobile apps).
• Experience in customer service, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Physically fit for outdoor work in a recreational & busy environment in all weather.
• Capable of movements such as bending, stooping and kneeling.
• Able to work well, unsupervised, at a fast pace while maintaining quality standards.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, a sense of initiative and attention to detail.
• Consistency, teamwork, discipline, good social skills and a strong work ethic.
• Vulnerable sector criminal check record, driving record and eligibility to work in Canada.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• First aid certification level 1 and other training related to the position (WHMIS, FOIPPA, Forest Road Driving Unit).
• Maintenance, housekeeping or landscaping experience.
• Property Management or Tourism Industry experience.
• Any experience with challenging clientele or environment.
• Cash handling experience.

WHAT YOU NEED :

• A self-contained vehicle ready for months of off-grid living (such as a; van, camper, or RV, with a reliable source of power such as a generator and/or battery inverter charger system or portable battery; most sites are in the forest).
• A personal vehicle for commuting as needed to/from the campsite (for your personal errands such as laundry, water fill-up, grocery & time off; most sites are between 40-60min from the closest town).
• Gas, propane, and water containers.
• Appropriate clothes and shoes for outdoor work in all weather conditions.

WHAT WE PROVIDE :

• A fixed monthly salary with semi-monthly pay via direct deposit.
• A personal campsite for the duration of the season (non-serviced / dry camping, with fire ring and picnic table).
• Full training and support, including site orientation, 1-on-1 coaching, online training, safety meetings and weekly on-site visits.
• Equipment needed to operate as per the required standards: administrative supplies, internet service, safety equipment, maintenance tools, cleaning and toilet supplies, a vehicle such as a golf cart or a small truck
• Gas to power company vehicles and tools
• Weekly garbage pick-up for your personal waste and from campground clean-ups (no garbage service is offered for campers).

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed-term contract, Seasonal

Contract length: 4 months

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company events
• Flexible schedule
• Housing allowance
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Application question(s):

• All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. They must provide their own self-contained unit (van/camper/RV), be self-sufficient and ready for off-grid living. Do you fulfil these requirements?

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Seasonal, Full-time
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $2,800.00-$3,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Application question(s):

• Do you have a self contained unit, such as a camperized van or RV?.
• Can you commit to a daily onsite presence and residing onsite overnight until October 1st?

Work Location: In person