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Workers On Wheels Newsletter #1219 ~ December 2, 2018
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Update from Your RV Workers On Wheels Newsletter Editor
Do you prefer to work in campgrounds during the prime, busy season? Or, would you rather do campground work in the off season, when things are quieter and not so busy?
Logic says there are more positions open during the busy season than the off season. There is also more competition for them.
What about the pay?
Some parks pay more during the off season.
Campgrounds have specific projects they need to have done that require skilled workers. It makes sense to remodel cabins in the off season, when they are vacant, rather than to take them out of service during prime rental season. Some of the projects cannot easily be done when the park is busy with campers. Park owners seek out RVers with skills for building, remodeling, making major repairs, doing plumbing or electrical work, or
painting to work the off season. It’s reasonable that they’d pay more for these skills.
Pay can also be higher during the off season because it is harder to find RVers willing to work it. Many full-timers don’t want to spend summers in the heat of the southern states. Many scoff at jobs where they’ll have freezing temperatures or snow.
Another consideration is the availability of RV sites. When parks are filled to capacity, sites are worth a premium to the park. In work-for-site exchanges, fewer work hours may be required during less busy times.
One more consideration about deciding to work peak season or off season has nothing to do with pay. It’s simply about the activity level. The feel of the park is very different during the prime months than it is during the slow months.
Working RVers have a wide range of temperaments. There’s a campground job—or some other job—to suit all of us.
Wherever you are in your work and travels, we wish you joy and prosperity,
Coleen
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JR Watkins - A Location Independent Business for RVers
Sell J. R. Watkins natural products. Bob and I have been Independent Consultants with Watkins since 2005. People love the pure seasonings, old-time remedies, natural skin care, and natural cleaning products. It's an old Minnesota company, with products still made in the USA. They are not tested on animals. The business is extremely flexible. You do as much or as little as you want. No minimum orders. They'll drop-ship orders to
your customers for you. Work the business wherever your RV travels take you -- USA or Canada.
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Help Wanted Ads - Current Job Openings for RVers
See the current Help Wanted ads posted on the Workers On Wheels website. You do not need to pay to see the job postings on our website. You have access to the entire ads, including contact information for the employers.
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Working RVer Tip
Show up for work on time. Sometimes it is the most basic of things we forget or get sloppy about, and that bosses notice the most. Being on time for work is one of those things.
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Applying for a Job at a Campground: How to Respond to the Help Wanted Ad
Applying for a job can throw you for a loop. Cover letters, resumes, references -- it can all be a little daunting. You ask how to respond to ads and apply for campground positions. Here's how.
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Earn Your Living with a Blog or Website
A blog or website is yet another way to earn a living without being tied to one location. Your blog can be about most anything. Picking a topic that you enjoy can make it seem more like fun than work. Still, you have to figure out a way to make money with it. SoloBuiltIt! (SBI!) is an all-in-one program that guides you from picking a profitable website topic, to building the actual site, to keeping up with ever-changing
technology. Yes, we use SIB! for our Workers On Wheels website.
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Ag Jobs for RVers Are Seasonal and Widely Varied
Ag jobs for RVers go beyond working on farms and ranches. Most are seasonal. That makes them ideal for full-time RVers and campers. Check out these other jobs in agricultural fields.
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Ways RVers Make Money
Here's a sampling of work RVers are doing to cut their expenses, earn a living, and pay for their travels.
~ Herbalist consultant
~ Write short stories
~ Seasonal Underwriter
~ Wellness product marketing
~ Theme park railroad engineers
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Volunteering Saves Money and Yields Many Rewards
Volunteering can be a fun way to spend your time while you save your money. RVing volunteers frequently receive an RV site and other benefits while helping out their favorite causes. They also get to see some beautiful parts of the country and have some great experiences. It's a win-win situation, for both the non-profit organization and the working camper. You'll find a section about volunteer jobs on the
website.
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Working RVer Tip
For campground jobs, ask about the campground's clientele. Do they cater to young families with children or retired seniors? Are most of the sites for seasonal or long-term renters, or is it a stop-over park where most guests only stay a night or two?
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Did You Miss the Last Workers On Wheels Newsletter?
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Have a Job for RVers?
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Working RVer Tip
Smaller businesses may be more likely to appreciate the experience, wisdom, and work ethic of mature workers than larger corporations do.
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Want to Know More About Our Personal RV Travels?
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Questions and Answers about Working While RVing
Search our Workers On Wheels website data base of questions, with answers provided by RVers who actually have experience working while RVing.
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Work Wanted Ads and Resumes from Working RVers Looking for Jobs
If you are an RVer looking for work, you are welcome to post your Work Wanted ad or full resume on our Workers On Wheels website. There is no charge to you for this service.
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Facebook Friends and Fans
~ If you'd like more personal updates and jokes that I post, send me a friend request.
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RVers Can Be Property Caretakers and Housesitters!
There are empty homes in every state and country, and property owners are looking for trustworthy people to take care of their properties. The Caretaker Gazette contains property caretaking/housesitting openings in all 50 states and foreign countries. Many of our RVers park their rig in the homeowner's driveway or backyard, and either stay in their RV or enjoy living in a nice home. Published since 1983, subscribers receive
1,000+ property caretaking and housesitting opportunities each year, worldwide. Some of these caretaking and housesitting openings also offer compensation in addition to the free housing provided. Short, medium and long-term property caretaking assignments are in every issue. Online subscriptions: $29.95/year. The Caretaker Gazette, 1205 E 31st Street, Austin TX 78722. (206) 462-1818. The Caretaker Gazette is published by Gary Dunn. www.caretaker.org
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Something to Think About
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. ~ Helen Keller
If our core belief is based on what other people think, then we eventually will allow their opinions to become our reality. ~ Darren L. Johnson
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