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How much do camp service jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for camp service in the United States is $17.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Camp Service vs Camp Counselor?

AspectCamp ServiceCamp Counselor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in first aid or CPRHigh school diploma; certifications like CPR often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupport staff working behind the scenes, handling logistics, maintenance, and operationsDirect interaction with campers, leading activities, supervising youth
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in summer camps, youth programs, and recreational facilities for operational rolesCommonly employed in summer camps, residential programs, and youth organizations

Camp Service roles focus on supporting camp operations, logistics, and maintenance, while Camp Counselors work directly with campers, leading activities and supervision. Both roles are essential for a successful camp experience but differ in responsibilities and daily tasks.

What are camp service jobs?

Camp service jobs refer to roles that support the daily operations and logistics of a camp, such as cleaning, maintenance, food preparation, and supply management. These positions ensure that campers and staff have a safe, clean, and functional environment to enjoy their camp experience. Camp service workers may be responsible for tasks like housekeeping, dishwashing, repairing equipment, or helping with laundry. These jobs are essential for the smooth running of camps and often require teamwork, flexibility, and a service-oriented attitude.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Camp Service, and why are they important?

To thrive in Camp Service, you need strong organizational skills, basic facility maintenance knowledge, and experience in hospitality or custodial work. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, inventory management systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Exceptional teamwork, reliability, and effective communication help individuals excel in this role. These skills ensure camps run smoothly, facilities remain safe and clean, and guests have a positive experience.

What are some common challenges faced by Camp Service staff, and how can they be addressed?

Camp Service staff often face challenges such as managing diverse camper needs, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in dynamic environments, and adapting to varying schedules. Effective communication, teamwork, and flexibility are key to overcoming these obstacles. Many camps provide training and support, ensuring staff feel prepared and valued, and encourage open feedback to continually improve the work environment and camper experience.
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Infographic showing various Camp Service job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 10% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 95% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,711 per year, or $17.2 per hour.
Seasonal Camp Director - Fremont

Seasonal Camp Director - Fremont

Steve & Kate's Camp

Fremont, CA • On-site

$35/hr

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Re-posted 22 days ago

Steve & Kate’s Camp rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Details

  • Location: 3300 Kearney St., Fremont, CA 94538
  • Pre-Season Hours: Approximately 80 hours of online training from hire to start of camp (April - June). Flexible schedule.
  • Camp Dates: 6/8/2026 (Mon) - 7/31/2026 (Fri) (in addition, two weekends will be required for move-in and out of camp)
  • Camp Hours: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Virtual Training: Must be available for virtual training on one of the following dates -- 4/25, 5/9 or 5/16 12-6pm EST
  • Pre-season Hourly Wage: $35.00
  • Summer Salary: $1,400 weekly
At Steve & Kate's, we put radical trust in kids so that they learn to trust themselves. Campers choose minute to minute what they do at camp, with whom, and for how long...because kids who learn to make decisions today build the self-confidence they will need to wrangle unknowns tomorrow. If you join our team as a Seasonal Director, you will sharpen your inherent leadership skills and do meaningful work, while getting an immersive experience of creativity and play. 
Steve & Kate's Summer Camp is an 8 to 11 week program, running from June to August. Training for this position will begin in April. In the pre-season, you will be trained by our Team Leads in all things camp, and you will slowly take on more responsibility until you own all camp positions on a daily basis. 
The job, in a nutshell: Help run all facets of a self-directed camp. 
Our management team will prepare you for camp, and then they will hand you the reins approximately 1-2 weeks before the Summer begins. While running camp you will build relationships with hundreds of parents and children, helping them overcome fears, discover passions and generally find their groove at Steve & Kate's. You will help train, lead and inspire a team, and oversee the day-to-day operations for your site to keep things running smoothly, safely and up to code. If you are interested in a career at Steve & Kate's, this is a great way to gain valuable experience! 
 
How do you know if you are the right candidate? If you answer yes to all of the questions below, you should definitely apply: 
  • Do you appreciate and agree with our self-directed approach for kids? 
  • Would sparking up conversations with staff, campers and parents fit in your comfort zone?
  • Are you comfortable navigating challenging and sometimes sensitive interactions?
  • Are you the type of person who can't rest until you have done everything possible to make someone feel cared for? Like, if someone you knew was in need, would you do more than send them a "thinking of you" text?
  • Can you multitask like you are a Hollywood Power Agent all while keeping calm, level-headed and nice?
  • Do you have the stamina to keep up (Literally) with 4 - 12 year old's bursting with energy and creative potential? And, can you bench press the equivalent of a kindergartner? (Just Kidding -- but can you lift up to 30lbs?) 
Essential Functions & Responsibilities 
  • Shares responsibility for all stages of the employee life cycle for seasonal teams of up to 30. Also, attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, retention and separation. 
  • Acts as an on-site manager responsible for all facets of a day camp that runs 8 - 11 weeks, with an average of 150 campers (or more) per day, generating 6 -7 figure revenue. 
  • When issues come up at camp, handles crises, emergencies, behavioral and medical responses as needed. 
  • Manages customer contact for their programs, including responding to email and phone inquiries in a timely manner. Also providing exceptional customer service and handling sensitive and escalated matters for hundreds of prospective and attending camp families.
  • With support, manages compliance processes and ensures implementation of company, city and state required policies for camps and/or childcare facilities as applicable to their locality. 
  • Manages a six-figure budget for personnel, food and programming needs. 
  • Oversees all logistics and inventory management functions for hundreds of items valued in excess of six-figures, which are needed to run camp programs. 
  • Manages relationships with the host school that rents out the facility where our camp runs; also responsible for overseeing janitorial arrangements, security and site planning to ensure sanitary, safe and smooth operations. 
Requirements
  • At least 23 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required 
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred 
  • At least 2 prior seasons of Administrative or Supervisory experience in an organized camp or in a Summer Program working with children 
Additional Requirements
  • Past management or leadership experience is required; experience hiring and managing teams of 5 or more is preferred 
  • During camp programs, the Director is expected to be on-site. When camps are not in session, most planning work can be done from home, but Directors are expected to be actively marketing, recruiting staff and promoting camp in their community (as defined by a 15 mile radius from their host school location). 
  • On-site management at camp can be physically demanding, with extended periods of time on your feet, outside and occasional activity requiring physical exertion.
  • Candidates who meet the ACA standard of being at least 25 years old are preferred.
  • Directors will be expected to run programming throughout the year when school districts are not in session.
Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Steve & Kate's Camp, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. If hired, you will work in person in a schooled-aged camp setting to provide supervision, care, program delivery, and services per Steve & Kate's Camp and Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Steve & Kate's Camp's care and the employee. 
Steve & Kate's Camp and Bright Horizons comply with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations. The full set of physical requirements for this role are as follows:

  • Maintain and follow all safety and health rules of the location.
  • Organize and maintain clean and accessible activity spaces.
  • Assist in camp set-up and breakdown during move-in and out weekends.
  • Stand for long periods while supervising children and facilitating activities.
  • Participate in athletic games.
Benefits:
  • Where local regulations mandate, this position is eligible for sick time.
Deadline to Apply: This posting is anticipated to remain open until June 1, 2026. 

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