We are looking for a dependable, hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to join our campground team. This position is responsible for keeping the campground, facilities, grounds, equipment and guest areas safe, clean, functional and well-maintained.
The ideal candidate is a strong problem-solver who enjoys working outdoors, can lead a small maintenance team and takes pride in providing a great experience for our guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance activities and staff.
- Perform routine inspections of campground facilities, cabins, restrooms, utility areas, buildings and grounds.
- Complete preventative maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, landscaping and general facility issues.
- Maintain campground roads, sites, buildings, equipment and common areas.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and guest related issues.
- Prioritize work orders based on safety, urgency and campground operations.
- Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles and maintenance supplies.
- Monitor inventory and communicate when supplies or parts need to be ordered.
- Ensure maintenance work is completed safely and according to applicable regulations.
- Assist with seasonal opening, closing and campground improvement projects.
- Train, schedule and provide direction to maintenance staff.
- Maintain a clean and organized maintenance shop and work areas.
- Work closely with campground management and other departments to keep daily operations running smoothly.
Qualifications
- Previous maintenance, facilities, property maintenance, or related experience strongly preferred.
- Supervisory or team-lead experience strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical and grounds maintenance.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to lift, carry, bend, climb and perform physical maintenance duties.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to work weekends, holidays and occasional on-call shifts as campground operations require.
Seasonal Dates
03/15/2027 - 10/31/2027
Benefits
- All hours worked are paid.
- Full time employment
- FHU site provided ($50/paycheck if site required)
- No additional cost for electricity
- Propane sold at cost.
- 20% camp store discount.
- Free laundry
- Opportunity to work in a fun outdoor environment.
- Supportive campground team
Working at our campground:
We're looking for someone who takes ownership, leads by example and understands that campground maintenance is about more than fixing things- it's about creating a safe, clean, comfortable and enjoyable experience for every guest.
If you are a hands on leader who enjoys the outdoors and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you.
About Des Moines West KOA Holiday
With its beautiful bathhouses, RV Sites with KOA Patio, 2 KampK9s, large easy in / easy out Pull-Thru RV Sites, immaculate Cabins, Tent Sites & jam-packed themed organized activities, you’ll be hardpressed to find a better place than this KOA to relax & have fun. You won’t be bothered by road noise, train tracks or planes while sitting around the campfire or enjoying the pavilion’s Camping Kitchen. Take a dip in the heated pool, challenge a friend to trampoline basketball, bounce on the Jumping Pillow, relax on the paddleboats, soak your family & friends at Water Wars or drop a line in the stocked fishing pond. This quiet, family-friendly RV park has plenty of amenities to keep both overnighters & vacationers busy during their stay. Pizza, wings & more can be delivered right to your site.
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