Job Description
At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and competent people who share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
About Glacier National Park:
Glacier National Park encompasses more than 16,000 square miles of largely wilderness area and is known for its seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes. Glacier National Park was established in 1910 and stands today as a monument to wild natural places.
As part of the Crown of the Continent ecosystem, the park includes 175 named mountains, 762 lakes (130 named lakes), 200+ named waterfalls and 25 named glaciers, as well as 1,000 plant species, and hundreds of animal species.
Just as the landscape and wildlife are part of the heritage of Glacier National Park, so are the historic lodges and classic Red Buses and their drivers known as “Jammers.”
The Xanterra Travel Collection is the authorized Concessioner, so you are not only joining the Glacier National Park team – you are also joining the larger Xanterra Travel Collection family that prides itself on offering a world of unforgettable experiences, to our employees and our guests. We encourage our seasonal employees to transfer between properties and reap all of the benefits & perks that we have to offer. To learn more, please visit www.xanterrra.com/careers.
What You Are Looking For:
- Are you interested in working and living in Glacier National Park?
- Are you looking to make life-long friends with people from all over the world?
- Do you have a positive attitude and solid work ethic?
- Do you thrive in a fast-paced, exciting work environment?
- Are you seeking upward mobility and growth opportunities?
- Are you looking to gain experience in tourism & hospitality operations?
If you answered, “Yes” to these questions, a job in Glacier is ideal for you!
The Details:
Positions start May – June 2021 and extend through mid- to late-September (dates depend on Location).
- Start Date: May – June, 2021
- Employment Type: Full Time, Seasonal (ideally full season or early/late season)
- Schedule: Varies – 32 to 45 hours per week.
- Perks include:
- Free meals (cafeteria style) and lodging (dormitory-style or RV site)
- Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth) and laundry facilities provided
- Free Red Bus Tours (as available)
- Exclusive Retail and Dining discounts in Glacier
- The adventure of a lifetime!
Responsibilities
A day in the life of the Maintenance Foreman:
- Assisting Maintenance Manager with direct supervision and administration of all departmental employees;.
- Prepare proper and accurate documentation of all worked performed.
- Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems.
- Follow OSHA and Xanterra’s environmental practices, safety practices, and policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
Our Maintenance Foreman must possess the administrative and technical knowledge and 2 years’ experience to effectively manage related responsibilities and staff. Maintenance Foreman shall have the ability to efficiently communicate with staff, be self-motivated, and be able to work independently. Ideal candidate will have a keen eye for details and problem solving. You must also possess manual dexterity and physical stamina. A valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record are required.
Physical Requirements:
- This position may require the use of respiratory protection and will require compliance with applicable regulations. OSHA standards require a clean-shaven face and a medical screening.
- Must be able to walk distances over uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions.
- Must be able to lift and carry a maximum of 70 pounds. Frequent lifting and carrying of supplies, materials, and equipment throughout the day.
- Must be able to bend, stretch, reach, kneel, and crawl for extended periods of time.
- Working safely with required chemicals, tools, and equipment.