Crow's Bench Line Cook - Summer 2026 at Schweitzer Mountain Resort — Newport, Newport County
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Job Description
Job Description Seasonal Welcome to Schweitzer-where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we’re growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future. Perks include: • Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass • Employee housing • Discounted onsite childcare • Accrued paid sick leave • 401(k) match • Great discounts and access to pro deals • Depending on employment s…
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Work camping in Rhode Island — common questions
What's the typical work-camping season in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island work-camping runs Memorial Day through Labor Day for most state parks — a very compressed season. The southern coast (Narragansett, Charlestown) has slightly extended demand on either side due to milder coastal climate. Inland positions (Burlingame, George Washington) are summer-only.
What pay range should I expect for camp jobs in Rhode Island?
Pay for Rhode Island work-camping positions follows national norms: camp host roles at private campgrounds typically run $10-$15/hour plus a free or discounted RV site; maintenance and front-desk-lead positions run $13-$20/hour. State park volunteer host positions trade work hours for a free site rather than paying cash — that site is often worth $600-$1,500/month in equivalent value. Always confirm the housing arrangement before accepting — it's the biggest variable in actual take-home value.
Do Rhode Island campgrounds typically provide an RV site?
Rhode Island uses PAID seasonal employment through riparks.com/Employment.html rather than a volunteer host model. That means seasonal park workers receive hourly wages instead of free sites. Useful if you need cash flow; less useful if you specifically want a long-term comped site.
Which Rhode Island state parks hire work campers?
Yes — but Rhode Island uses a different model than most states. Rhode Island State Parks hires PAID seasonal employees through riparks.com/Employment.html rather than running a traditional volunteer host program. The advantage is hourly wages; the tradeoff is no free long-term site arrangement. Five participating state campgrounds: Burlingame, Charlestown Breachway, Fishermen's Memorial, George Washington, and Ninigret.