What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician-Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park position at Xanterra Travel Collection?
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 an electrician to Live. Work. Explore. in Yellowstone!
Job Summary:
The Mammoth Hot Springs 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 electrical systems in the Mammoth Hot Springs, Roosevelt Lodge and Gardiner areas of the Park. 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-Round
Pay: Discussed during interview
Schedule: 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
- Oversees the proper operation, testing, maintenance and repair of electrical systems for assigned areas of the Park
- Ensures all electrical installations, repairs and replacements accomplished by Xanterra staff or contractors meet the applicable electrical code
- Accountable for proper and accurate documentation, in the Computerized Maintenance Management System, of labor & materials expended in the performance of electrical maintenance
- Provides assistance and oversight for the seasonal opening/closing of all facilities
- Assists in the development and continuous improvement of preventive maintenance procedures for electrical equipment and systems
- Provides electrical safety training for all location maintenance personnel
- Provides electrical troubleshooting and repair training for designated location personnel
- Coordinates with the Mammoth Hot Springs maintenance storekeeper and the maintenance purchasing manager to ensure appropriate inventory levels of electrical parts and supplies are established and maintained
- Ensures the accuracy of electrical asset data residing in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Advises the Location Maintenance Manager on the prioritizing of electrical capital improvement projects within the Mammoth Hot Springs area
- Reviews design and construction drawings to ensure code compliance, maintainability, and cost effectiveness of proposed electrical installations
Qualifications
- A valid Journeyman, Master Electrician or Electrical Contractor license is a requirement for this position
- Must be able to troubleshoot problems, ask the right questions and have the confidence to make decisions based on the best information available
- Must be knowledgeable of and have experience conforming to OSHA safety requirements
- Must possess personal computer skills and the ability to quickly gain proficiency in Company and Department- specific software tools
- Must be self-motived and able to reliably work independently
- Expertise in the interpretation and practical application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standards
- Must possess knowledge of materials, tools and equipment common to the trade, the use of electrical test equipment and the ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and components
- Must be at least 21 years old and possess a current, valid, driver’s license with a safe driving record during the past 3 years
Physical Requirements include:
- This position may require the use of respiratory protection and will require compliance with applicable regulations
- Must be able to walk over uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions
- Must be capable of lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds.Standing, bending, kneeling, crawling, for extended periods of time are required
- Standing, bending, kneeling, crawling, for extended periods of time
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.
