Park Caretaker Wanted in Beautiful Bigfork Montana
Bigfork Recreation Caretaker Position Description
Introduction:
This position description outlines the tasks necessary to provide the public with a safe and enjoyable recreation experience at the recreation areas associated with the Bigfork Hydroelectric Project (owned and operated by PacifiCorp) on the Swan River in Bigfork, Montana. This park host opportunity is located in the quaint and lovely town of Bigfork, which is within minutes of many outdoor recreation opportunities including Flathead Lake and Glacier National Park.
Position Schedule:
The seasonal position begins May 1, 2017 and concludes September 30, 2017.
Work Duties:
2017 Bigfork Recreation Caretaker will provide the following services at public recreation areas on PacifiCorp property:
• Provide clean and stocked restrooms
• General landscaping services: mow park lawns, do trim work on lawns and in parks, remove debris from asphalt in parks as needed
• Clean park fire pits and bbq pits once at start of season and once at end of season
• Collect trash from receptacles and park grounds daily or more often as would be needed to mitigate wildlife conflicts
• Uphold park rules for the public’s safety and enjoyment
• Report maintenance issues to PacifiCorp staff
• Perform other duties as requested.
Preferred Qualifications:
• A background in customer service or public relations
• Current Montana pesticide applicator’s license preferred but not required
Position Compensation:
As consideration for the satisfactory performance of Caretaker's obligations, the PacifiCorp shall pay Caretaker a fixed fee of $5,850.00, which includes compensation for caretaker duties and administrative costs, upon receipt of proof of expenses.
The Recreation Caretaker position also includes an RV pad with full hook ups available at Powerhouse Park, which is located adjacent to the Bigfork Hydroelectric Plant. PacifiCorp Hydro Operations staff is on site to support the Caretaker position.
Parks:
• Pacific Park
• South Shore Boater Access, including fishing trail and maintenance road
• Kearney Rapids Boat Launch
• Swan River Nature Trail (east Trailhead)
• Powerhouse Park
Contact:
Interested applicants should remit a letter of interest via email or mail, and direct any questions or inquiries to:
Jessica Kimmick, Recreation and Cultural Resources Manager
825 NE Multnomah, Suite 1500
Portland OR 97232
Jessica.kimmick@pacificorp.com
503-813-6945: desk 503-545-1904: cell
Introduction:
This position description outlines the tasks necessary to provide the public with a safe and enjoyable recreation experience at the recreation areas associated with the Bigfork Hydroelectric Project (owned and operated by PacifiCorp) on the Swan River in Bigfork, Montana. This park host opportunity is located in the quaint and lovely town of Bigfork, which is within minutes of many outdoor recreation opportunities including Flathead Lake and Glacier National Park.
Position Schedule:
The seasonal position begins May 1, 2017 and concludes September 30, 2017.
Work Duties:
2017 Bigfork Recreation Caretaker will provide the following services at public recreation areas on PacifiCorp property:
• Provide clean and stocked restrooms
• General landscaping services: mow park lawns, do trim work on lawns and in parks, remove debris from asphalt in parks as needed
• Clean park fire pits and bbq pits once at start of season and once at end of season
• Collect trash from receptacles and park grounds daily or more often as would be needed to mitigate wildlife conflicts
• Uphold park rules for the public’s safety and enjoyment
• Report maintenance issues to PacifiCorp staff
• Perform other duties as requested.
Preferred Qualifications:
• A background in customer service or public relations
• Current Montana pesticide applicator’s license preferred but not required
Position Compensation:
As consideration for the satisfactory performance of Caretaker's obligations, the PacifiCorp shall pay Caretaker a fixed fee of $5,850.00, which includes compensation for caretaker duties and administrative costs, upon receipt of proof of expenses.
The Recreation Caretaker position also includes an RV pad with full hook ups available at Powerhouse Park, which is located adjacent to the Bigfork Hydroelectric Plant. PacifiCorp Hydro Operations staff is on site to support the Caretaker position.
Parks:
• Pacific Park
• South Shore Boater Access, including fishing trail and maintenance road
• Kearney Rapids Boat Launch
• Swan River Nature Trail (east Trailhead)
• Powerhouse Park
Contact:
Interested applicants should remit a letter of interest via email or mail, and direct any questions or inquiries to:
Jessica Kimmick, Recreation and Cultural Resources Manager
825 NE Multnomah, Suite 1500
Portland OR 97232
Jessica.kimmick@pacificorp.com
503-813-6945: desk 503-545-1904: cell
