Campsite Caretaker

2 weeks ago


Port Hardy, Canada Regional District of Mount Waddington Full time

_**May 13th, 2025 - October 2nd, 2025**_

Posting Date: Apr. 14, 2025, | Compensation**:$2,200/month (pro-rated as applicable)**, with **20% commission being paid on all completed reservation fees collected and remitted to the RDMW**, calculated before GST.
- The Regional District of Mount Waddington (RDMW) is seeking an experienced and reliable Independent Contractor to oversee the daily operations and general upkeep of a seasonal campsite.
- This contract opportunity is ideal for an individual (or couple) who enjoys the outdoors, operates autonomously, and can provide their own accommodation (RV or tent) on-site.
- This is a **contractor-managed operation**, and the selected contractor will **operate independently**, supplying their own services, tools, and equipment (except for grass-cutting equipment) to fulfill the requirements of the contract. **This role is not an employment position**.

**Scope of Work**
- Interact with visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
- Monitor guest safety and uphold campsite policies.
- Manage daily operations including light maintenance, cleaning/prepping campsites between visitors, and restocking of campsite facilities.
- Keeping washroom facilities clean and sanitary with provided chemicals.
- Manage garbage/recycling disposal as needed.
- Coordinating reservation payments and collect visitor statistics.
- Communicate significant issues or hazards to the RDMW.
- Advise campers about firewood availability.
- Cut the grass as required and cut the light brush in the campsite areas as it encroaches into campsite areas or roadways.

**Contractor Requirements**
- Ability to work independently without supervision.
- Must provide own accommodation and be physically present on-site throughout the contract term.
- Contractor supplies tools and equipment except for grass-cutting equipment provided by the Regional District.
- Must carry appropriate general liability insurance and (if applicable) WorkSafeBC optional personal coverage.
- Experience in hospitality, property caretaking, or outdoor operations is preferred.
- Ability to issue monthly invoices for services rendered.
- Use their best efforts to maintain law and order in the campsite and, if necessary, call in the local RCMP to attend to problems.
- Ensure that only the designated areas are used for camping and not permit camping in the day use and parking areas, which are to always remain open for public use.

**Additional Notes**
- This is a **fixed-term independent contract**.
- **No payroll deductions will be made** - The Contractor is responsible for their own tax remittance and business registration.

Cameron Neil

Economic Development Officer / HR

Regional District of Mount Waddington

PO Box 729, 2044 McNeill Road, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5.5 months

Pay: $2,200.00 per month

Schedule:

- On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Port Hardy, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Specifically can you remain at the campsite for the entire time ?
- Can you provide your own accommodation (RV or Tent)?

**Language**:

- English (required)

**Location**:

- Port Hardy, BC (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-04-30