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Overview
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Support team in Grand Canyon National Park!
Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality.
We’re hiring a Sustainability Intern to Live. Work. Explore. this season!
Job Summary:
Assists with and helps coordinate multiple environmental programs and projects related to environmental compliance, environmental stewardship, and NPS contractual requirements related to environmental sustainability.
The Details:Position Type: SeasonalPay: $16.05 per hourSchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Why Grand Canyon South Rim?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 at the Grand Canyon South Rim, and proud stewards of the park.
Life at the South Rim:
- Low-cost employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
- Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
- 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:
- Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Learning and Development Program
Perks:
- Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
- Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi
- Paid Day off on your birthday
- Discounted mule rides
- Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
- Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
- Planned employee trips and activities
- 15% Verizon service/products discount
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- The adventure of a lifetime!
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing for and developing sustainable business strategies and new environmental programs for Xanterra including program development pertaining to Xanterra’s concession contract with the National Park Service. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Assist with 3rd party Waste Audit.
- Assist with tasks associated with NPF grant for development of a Circular Reuse Economy.
- Review and be familiar with Xanterra’s ISO 14001 EMS programs.
- Assist with Sustainability internal inspections of all operations including Phantom Ranch for compliance with ISO 14001 programs. May be tasked with completing one Sustainability internal inspection and assist with developing and implementing corrective or preventative action plans to address any issues found.
- Review, record and analyze utility data for both usage variances and costs
- May be asked to assist with training as needed, including General Orientation and Our Softer Footprint training.
- Assist with developing and implementing employee and guest environmental education with a variety of media.
- Assist in data analysis to identify challenges and opportunities to improve environmental management.
- Assist with updates of environmental programs and manuals including ISO 14001 program documentation.
- Assist with project planning and implementation as requested.
- Develop and maintain a positive and productive relationship with the Xanterra department directors and staff
- Possible additional duties include:
- Work closely with the Sustainability Director to ensure compliance with all NPS, state, and federal environmental statutes and regulations including: SPCC, asbestos, RCRA and hazardous waste, UST/AST, universal waste, CFC’s/Halons, lead-based paint, storm water management, hazardous materials storage, and fuel dispensing compliance. This includes providing training to staff of regulatory changes affecting operations.
- Responsible for tracking and inspections as required under certain programs (e.g. RCRA, AST, SPCC, etc.). Maintains documentation on environmental permits, waste transportation manifests, and required environmental reporting.
- File and analyze results of monthly reports of online guest comments as they relate to environmental issues.
- Remain abreast of best available technologies and equipment advances that relate to Xanterra operations, in particular pertaining to reducing environmental impacts including those related to resource usage.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Student in a Bachelors’ (or Masters’) degree program in sustainability, environmental science or related field.
- Classroom background in sustainable business is preferred.
- Ability to positively interact with a wide variety of personalities.
- Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated competency with Microsoft Office and/or similar applications.
- Good organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision to complete assigned tasks in a timely and professional manner.
- Knowledge of Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) standards is a plus.
- Interest in hiking within the Canyon is a plus, not required.
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 status as a protected veteran.
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