Resident volunteers needed for marina on the beautiful St. Johns River
ORGANIZATION: Colt Creek State Park
Please visit the new page to apply.
Free boat slip available in exchange for volunteering! Candidate must have a private boat to live out of. Must be able to volunteer a minimum of 20 hours a week including weekends and holidays. Must have completed the Florida Boater Safety Course and possess a BoatUS card. Must be able to successfully complete a background check.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Maintains and cleans the marina and day use area. Cleans and restocks marina restrooms and showers. Removes trash and litter from day use area. Assists with cleaning barbeque grills, blowing off walkways, and maintaining lawn in day use area. Assists with driving the ferry and completing additional maintenance projects as needed.
Volunteers receive a volunteer T-Shirt, button up shirt, ball cap, and nametag. Workers compensation is available and volunteers receive an annual pass to all Florida State Parks after volunteering 500 hours. Resident volunteers receive a free boat slip with water and electric hookup. Resident volunteers also have access to bathrooms and showers with hot water.
Please email Karianne.M.Rivera@dep.state.fl.us or call (386)736-5309 for additional information
More opportunities with Colt Creek State Park
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Colt Creek State Park
Location:
16000 State Road 471, Lakeland, FL 33809, US
Mission Statement
To provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural and cultural resources.
Description
Colt Creek State Park is a 5,067 acre piece of land that provides opportunities for hiking, kayaking, camping, fishing, and picnicking. The park opened to the public in 2007 and boasts 15 miles of multi-use trails, 3 lakes, 3 natural flowing creeks, 34 campsites, and primitive equestrian, group, and hike-in camping. Located in the Green Swamp Region in Lakeland, FL the water of Colt Creek flow into 4 major rivers: Hillsborough, Ocklawaha, Peace, and Withlacoochee. The park is also home to a diverse variety of wildlife including American Alligator, Whitetail Deer, Bobcat, Sherman Fox Squirrel, Gopher Tortoise, and over 150 species of birds and 74 species of butterflies.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Hontoon Island State Park2309 River Ridge RoadDeland, FL 32720
DATE POSTED
July 12, 2018
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Janitorial Maintenance
- People Skills
- Plumbing
- Customer Service
- Carpentry
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 20 hours per week
- Must have boatUS card to drive ferry