Resident Caretaker(s) for Family Oriented Recreational Park - Port Alberni, BC

A private member owned 10 acre park located on pristine Sproat Lake just minutes from Port Alberni, is seeking a highly motivated semi-retired couple or individual to provide maintenance and grounds-keeping of the property with 107 seasonal RV sites, in exchange for hourly pay. This is a year-round position that requires the caretaker(s) to live onsite in a two (2) bedroom residence, with an attractive all inclusive rent. Park is open to members April 15th to October 15th however most activities and interaction with members are during the summer months. The Job is full time for 7 months (April 1st to Oct 31st) and part time throughout the winter providing mainly security and park clean up, while living on site.

This position is ideally suited for a couple; however every consideration would be given to an individual that meets our requirements. The successful applicant(s) will be physically fit, have great people skills and be self-starters with experience with handling petty cash, email communications, Word and Excel is desireable. Possession of handyman skills and being familiar with carpentry, painting, basic electrical and basic plumbing work would be needed to be successful in this position. Experience with machinery (tractor) and ground keeping equipment (lawn mower, golf cart, gas weed eater, power blower, power washer) is highly desirable. Caretaker’s responsibilities include property maintenance, lawn mowing, housekeeping duties (in particular main washroom & shower facilities of park), provide a security presence, management of site water system and other general duties. Vehicle with towing capabilities for utility trailer is required.

Ideally the successful applicants would be available in January 2016 and are required to provide a valid driver’s license and criminal record check. All applications must be submitted no later than December 15th .

Only those chosen for interviews will be contacted