Buckeye Lake KOA: Seasonal Work Camper Roles 2027

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Join the Buckeye Lake KOA Holiday Team for the 2027 Season! Seeking a Work Camping Couple for the 2027 Season Buckeye Lake, Ohio Looking for your next work camping opportunity? Buckeye Lake KOA Holiday is looking for a hardworking couple with complementary skills to join our team for the 2027 season. We’re ideally looking for one person to support Maintenance and the other to work in either Guest Services/Office or Housekeeping. If you enjoy campground life, take pride in doing good work, and like being part of a team that creates a welcoming experience for guests, we’d love to hear from you. Located just 30 minutes east of Columbus, Buckeye Lake offers plenty to enjoy when you’re off the clock, with boating, fishing, kayaking, and other outdoor recreation right nearby. Position One: Maintenance We’re looking for someone who is hands-on, resourceful, and comfortable helping keep the campground safe, functional, and guest-ready. Responsibilities may include: General campground maintenance and repairs Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other basic maintenance work Grounds and property upkeep Responding to maintenance needs throughout the campground Supporting campground safety and property standards Assisting guests when needs arise around the property Pitching in wherever needed to support the team and guest experience The ideal candidate has practical maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and a willingness to take initiative. Position Two: Guest Services/Office or Housekeeping Depending on experience and interests, the second member of the couple may support our Guest Services/Office team or Housekeeping team. Guest Services/Office responsibilities may include: Welcoming guests and providing friendly, helpful service Assisting with reservations, check-ins, and campground information Answering guest calls and consistently following an established phone script Using computers and campground reservation systems Supporting campground store operations Following established processes and procedures Helping create a welcoming and helpful experience for our guests This role is a great fit for someone who is friendly, comfortable interacting with guests, and able to follow a consistent process. Housekeeping responsibilities may include: Cleaning cabins, restrooms, and common areas Completing detailed housekeeping tasks thoroughly and consistently Following established cleaning checklists Restocking supplies Reporting maintenance needs Helping maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the campground The ideal candidate is thorough, organized, detail-oriented, and takes pride in creating clean, welcoming spaces. The Ideal Couple We’re looking for a couple who is: Hardworking and willing to pitch in where needed Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Positive, flexible, and solution-oriented Able to follow established processes and expectations Proud of doing quality work Willing to work a schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays Committed to creating a great campground experience At Buckeye Lake KOA Holiday, every member of the team plays an important role in creating a campground that is clean, welcoming, well-maintained, and ready for our guests. What We Offer $14–$18 per hour, depending on role and experience A discounted team member RV site for the work camping couple Seasonal employment for the 2027 season An outdoor campground work environment The opportunity to meet guests from across the country A team atmosphere where everyone contributes to the guest experience Ready to Join Us? If you and your partner are looking for your next work camping opportunity and your skills are a match for Maintenance + Guest Services/Office or Maintenance + Housekeeping , we’d love to hear from you. About Team Outsider We’re on a mission to be the most hospitable team in the world! At Team Outsider, we spend our time delivering extraordinary hospitality to our guests at our portfolio campgrounds across the country. We are on a mission to be the most hospitable team in the world, and to achieve our mission, we need your help! Team Outsider Values: We put our team first : We believe that the most important hospitality we extend is to our team members. The way we treat one another sets the tone for how we treat everyone. We make them say “WOW!” : We are determined to "WOW!" our team members, guests, communities, and our partners with every interaction. We express gratitude : We appreciate that our team members and guests have many options for where to spend their time. We are committed to exemplifying that they've made the right decision. We get better every day : We’re always growing, learning, and ready to drive change. When we stumble, we admit fault and get back on our feet. We are in the constant pursuit of excellence.. We are steadfastly resourceful : We do more with less and will do everything it takes to overcome a challenge. We give back : We strive to leave the biggest positive impact on the communities where we operate. Their success is our success, and we want to see them win.