Electrician - Park-Wide, Yellowstone National Park

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering & Maintenance team in Yellowstone National Park!

Put your problem-solving skills to work. Our Engineering and Maintenance department does it all! From troubleshooting to preserving our rich history and being stewards of our iconic lodges, hands-on skills are needed to get the job done right. There are a variety of positions at our parks and lodges that range from skilled technicians to skilled trades.

We’re hiring for a park-wide electrician to Live. Work. Explore. in Yellowstone!

Job Summary:

The park-wide Electrician is a full-time, year-round position and is based out of Mammoth Hot Springs. This position is responsible for overseeing the proper operation, testing, maintenance, and repair of all electrical systems in Xanterra-assigned facilities including industrial, commercial, and residential systems. If you have a passion for nature and want to be a part of a great Engineering Team, this may be a great opportunity for you!

The Details:Position Type: Full-Time, Year-RoundPay: Discussed during interviewSchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone National Park?We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire in Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone:

• No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
• Company housing is not provided for this position, but may be considered based on future availability. Employee will need to secure housing in Gardiner, Emigrant, or Livingston, MT
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks:

• Vacation, Holiday and Sick Leave
• Health, life and other insurance benefits
• Free Access to our Employee Recreation Program (hiking, photography, camping, wildlife watching, and more!)
• Discounts in and around Yellowstone
• Over 1,000 miles of hiking trails inside the park itself
• Fresh air, breathtaking views, and clear night skies
• World-class wildlife viewing of bison, elk, moose, wolves, bears, and more
• Approximately 500 geysers (the largest concentration in the world) and hot springs, including Grand Prismatic, the third largest in the world

Responsibilities

• Assist with opening/closing of park wide Xanterra facilities to ensure proper procedures are followed and provide on-call assistance as needed
• Perform, track, and report work associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of structures and equipment, using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and work order logs
• Use the appropriate tools and materials needed for the completion of work orders in a safe and efficient manner
• Developing and providing electrical safety training for seasonal electricians and all maintenance personnel
• Review capital project electrical designs and construction drawings for code compliance, operability, maintainability, and cost effectiveness
• Coordinate with location maintenance storekeepers and the Maintenance Purchasing Agent to ensure appropriate inventory levels of electrical parts and supplies are established, maintained, and accurately captured in the company’s CMMS
• Assist in the development, periodic review and continuous improvement of PM’s and procedures
• Ensure electrical installations, repairs and replacements accomplished by Xanterra staff or electrical contractors meet applicable electrical codes, NPS compliance, and best practices
• Self-motivated, able to work independently with limited supervision, and willing to occasionally work overtime and/or nights.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Journeyman, Master Electrician, or Electrical Contractor license.
• Exhibit expertise in the interpretation and practical application of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Advanced electrical and mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills demonstrated by previous employment, education, or hobbies
• Ability to mentor and train less experienced Maintenance staff
• Innovation, professional curiosity, patience, and tenacity when faced with new or perplexing issues
• Be receptive to training and be able to quickly acquire new skills and knowledge
• Basic computer skills
• Flexibility to adjust to new situations or changes in assignments or procedures
• A working knowledge of applicable NEC, OSHA, NFPA, and National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standards, including the ability to recognize and correct unsafe work practices or equipment installations which do not meet Code

Physical Requirements include:

• This position may require the use of respiratory protection and will require compliance with applicable regulations
• May require work in confined spaces and permit-required confined spaces
• Able to walk up to a half mile over uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders, stand, bend, kneel and crawl in all types of weather conditions at elevations exceeding 6,000 ft.
• Capable of lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Possess physical stamina to perform heavy labor in an outside environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.