What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Engineering - Yellowstone National Park position at Xanterra Travel Collection?
Overview:
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering 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.
Job Summary:
The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: $92,872
Schedule: Typical schedule is 45 hours, 5 days/per week (will include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
The Must Haves :
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:
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering 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.
Job Summary:
As the Assistant Director of Engineering-Systems you'll lead and administer the CMMS program, ensuring system best practices and optimizing equipment efficiency through a robust Preventative Maintenance Program. As a key leader, you'll conduct interviews, manage personnel, oversee budgets, and provide comprehensive training to enhance system usage and effectiveness. Apply now to drive innovation and excellence in our engineering systems!
The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: $92,872
Schedule: Typical schedule is 45 hours, 5 days/per week (will include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Housing: May not be included - most employees find housing in Gardiner, MT, Emigrant, MT or Livingston, MT
The Must Haves :
- Five years of engineering or facilities maintenance leadership experience
- Five Years of preventive maintenance program development experience
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:
- 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!
- Community and Camaraderie: Working in Yellowstone means becoming part of a close-knit community of passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation. Employees often form lasting friendships and enjoy a supportive network both on and off the job.
- Unique Wildlife Encounters: Employees have the incredible opportunity to witness Yellowstone's diverse wildlife up close, from majestic bison and elk to playful otters and soaring eagles. These daily encounters with nature's wonders make every day an adventure.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Disability Insurance
- 401k with match
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Learning and Development Programs
Perks:
- Free Yellowstone & Grand Tetons National Park pass
- Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more).
- Employee discounts at local gateway communities
- Access to maintained campgrounds and back country campsites inside and around the park
- Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
- Planned employee trips and activities
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- The adventure of a lifetime!
- Serve as the Subject Matter Expert of the CMMS system. Provide leadership, coordination, and administration of the CMMS program for system best practices.
- Conduct interviews and hire designated division personnel and provide annual personnel reviews.
- Administer the Preventative Maintenance Program by utilizing an in-depth understanding of the maintenance program and associated tasks to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of equipment
- Collect required technical information from various sources including project folders, construction drawings, OEM manuals, location and park-wide technicians to develop an effective Preventative Maintenance program.
- Assists with creating the departmental budget and overseeing expenditures and labor to meet budget requirements.
- Assists with compiling, evaluating, and disseminating all NPS-generated Formal Inspection deficiencies(FIDS) as well as Sustainability & Risk Audits (SIDS, RIDS) for timely completion and documentation.
- Assist with the development of the Annual Construction & Maintenance Plan and Annual Construction & Maintenance Report
- Oversee location inventory storerooms; research and develop ideas for storeroom organization and inventory control procedures
- Coordinate the annual inventory audits and reconciliations with GAO and R&M Purchasing Agent
- Work closely with CMMS Committee to determine best system processes, set priorities and timelines for configuration changes and reporting needs. Facilitate CMMS Team and Committee meetings.
- Participate in testing of new processes and changed configurations within the system.
- Provide regular reporting on the program to upper-level management.
- Provide CMMS work management end-user training to maintenance staff, park-wide technicians, crew leads, and Engineering staff to ensure continued growth of system usage. As well as Service Request (SR) training to non-engineering departments as requested
- Conduct routine internal audits of program data; analyze system data and processes to identify trends and training opportunities to optimize process effectiveness.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by seeking out and attending workshops and trainings, reviewing professional publications, and establishing networks.
- Ability to work independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve facilities department objectives.
- Ability to plan, organize and administer culture conducive to continuous improvement and efficiency.
- Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
- Excellent communication skills to direct, supervise, motivate and communicate change in a positive manner.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships; maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
- Set schedules and meet deadlines.
- Prepare meeting agendas, compose a variety of documents, and facilitate group discussions.
- Proven proficiency with a CMMS program and all Microsoft products.
- Exceptional organizational habits.
- Excellent grammar and writing skills. Must be able to efficiently communicate and coordinate working relationships with all Xanterra departments and National Park Service personnel through effective writing and speaking skills.
- Must be at least 21 years old and possess a current, valid, driver’s license with a good driving record for the past 3 years.
Physical Requirements include:
- Must be capable of lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to walk long distances over uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions.
- Must be able to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and crawl for long periods of time as required.
- Works for the majority of time sitting at a desk using a computer.
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.
Salary : $92,872
