Are you retired, own a camper, and looking for a seasonal job to make additional income? Contract park attendants and custodians are excellent opportunities for retirees. Now is the time to start thinking about your availability and interest for next summer.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wilson Lake, Kan., will have four contracts available to bid during the winter of 2012/2013. Contracts will be either two- or three-year commitments, and the annual season runs May 1- Sept. 30. Custodian contracts require only one person and are responsible for cleaning showers and restrooms and general litter pick up, and they get one day off during the week. Park attendants require two people, and they operate the entrance booth and campground computer accounting, and they get two days off during the week. Previous park attendant contracts have bid for an average of $9,000 - $10,500 per summer while custodians range between $13,000 - $13,500. Contractors are also provided with a full-hookup campsite and all utilities are paid.
The following contracts will be advertised next winter: Minooka Park attendant, Minooka Park custodian, Lucas Park attendant, and Sylvan Park attendant/custodian. Contact the Corps of Engineers at (816) 389-3034 to be included on the bid notification list.
Release no. 12-004