What are workamping jobs in Ohio? Workamping jobs in Ohio include camp host positions at state parks and national forests, volunteer host roles at BLM and Army Corps of Engineers sites, and paid seasonal positions at private RV parks and campgrounds. There are currently 11 open positions in Ohio.
Ohio offers a friendly, affordable Midwest workamping season built around its lakes, river valleys, and the cliffs and waterfalls of the southeast. Camp host and RV jobs cluster around Hocking Hills, the Lake Erie Islands and Sandusky area, and the state parks and Corps reservoirs scattered statewide. Employers include an extensive state-park system, Corps of Engineers lakes, and private family resorts that hire from spring through fall, peaking in summer and again for fall color. Most positions trade gatehouse, store, or grounds hours for a campsite, often with hourly pay, and Corps volunteer host roles are common. Central location, easy interstate access, and low costs make Ohio a convenient base for workampers crossing the country or building experience close to home.
3 paid jobs and 8 volunteer or work-exchange opportunities listed in Ohio.
Dayton KOA Holiday — Brookville, OH — $13.50–$15/hr
Summary: The Maintenance Associate (MA) is responsible for the general maintenance, operation and upkeep of the campground buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds. This position performs general carpentry, electrical, painting, and plumbing work and install new fixtures, equipment, and…
Tree Haven Campground — Delaware County, Ohio, United States — 15 hrs for site, 100.elec. pay 15.00 every hr after
experienced workcampers for seasonal May1, to Oct. 31. 2027, one for office, we have campground master and a square. We can train on campground master if needed. duties are reservations, taking payments on square for lot rents and elec. Maintenance includes mowing, trimming, equipment maintenance,…
Dayton KOA Holiday — Brookville, OH — $12–$14/hr
Summary: The Recreation Lead (RL) is responsible for planning, organizing, executing, and leading recreation activities at the campground such as arts and crafts, games, sports, dramatics, music, social activities, hobbies, and themed weekends. The RL is an enthusiastic, outgoing, creative leader…
These listings do not state a wage. Volunteer.gov postings are unpaid volunteer roles; other compensation, such as an RV site, varies by listing.
National Park Service — Canton, OH
Event volunteers will assist employees at First Ladies National Historic Site in setting up, staffing, and tearing down at events held outside regular site operations. Responsibilities vary and could include tabling/interacting with visitors, crowd control, etc.
Volunteers will have the opportunity…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Oak Harbor, OH
Join the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service volunteer team at the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center! We are currently seeking volunteers to help staff our Center and assist visitors. Volunteers may work alone but couples are also welcome.
We request a commitment of 2, 4-6 hour shifts per…
National Park Service — Wilberforce, OH
**Volunteer Opportunity at Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument**
Join our team at the Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument (CHYO), where you can make a meaningful impact while sharing the monument’s rich with visitors from all walks of life! Volunteers are needed to support…
National Park Service — Put-in-Bay, OH
The memorial custodial volunteer opportunity at Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial supports visitors and staff by maintaining clean, safe, and functional restroom facilities. These services are essential to visitor well-being, public health, accessibility, and the overall enjoyment of…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Bainbridge, OH
The primary duty of the Park Host position is to ensure the dam is in the best possible condition and provide visitor assistance, so users have an enjoyable experience. The position is required to work a minimum of 24 hours a week in exchange for a campsite. Volunteers may be required to work in the…
National Park Service — Canton, OH
This position is based out of the education center at First Ladies National Historic Site. As team members, volunteers will perform duties to support the interpretive operations and mission goals of the park. Visitor center and information desk duties are primarily centered upon customer service and…
National Park Service — Wilberforce, OH
**Volunteer Opportunity at Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument**
Join our team at the Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument, where you can make a meaningful impact while sharing the monument’s rich with visitors from all walks of life! Volunteers are needed to support weekend…
National Park Service — Put-in-Bay, OH
Description of Duties:
• Aiding Facilities by using a weed wacker and push mower to trim areas of lawn to maintain and kept at a safe level
• Assisting Facilities with removal and proper disposal of yard and trash waste on park grounds
• Supporting Facilities with other minor landscaper as they arrive…
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