General Maintenance Technician - Yellowstone National Park

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

Experience the magic of Yellowstone National Park in the fall! Enjoy cool fall temperatures, watch geysers erupt against the backdrop of vibrant fall colors, and see the amazing wildlife. As part of our Engineering and Maintenance team for 2-3 months, you’ll soak in the park's natural beauty and provide legendary hospitality to our guests in this extraordinary setting.

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 General Maintenance Technicians to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary

The Engineering Maintenance team is responsible for opening properties prior to guest arrival, maintenance and repair during the season and closing properties at the end of the season.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates:July/August 2024 - October/November 2024
Pay:$19.00 - $20.75
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:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria style). Room & Board costs equal $17.00/day and are deducted bi-weekly (approximately $234.00) from your paycheck
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwith), and utilities included
• Some positions based out of Gardiner may live in the Bunkhouse with kitchenettes and will be responsible for buying their own groceries, cooking their own meals, and supplying basic kitchen supplies
• No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck
• 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:

• Free Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more).
• Employee discounts on retail, food & beverage, lodging, and activities in Yellowstone
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• Access to maintained campgrounds and back country campsites inside and around the park
• 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

General Maintenance Technician $19.00-$20.75 dependent on experience

• Provides general maintenance skills necessary for repair and maintenance of facility-related assets
• Performs diagnosing of building systems as required
• Performs work associated with cyclic, predictive and preventive maintenance procedures for related responsibilities
• Responsible for materials used and ordering of items needed for job completion or inventory replacement per established company procedures
• Responsible for maintenance and continuous development toward a safe & healthy work environment
• Perform other job duties as required

• The ability to troubleshoot and diagnose building mechanical and electrical systems
• Display the interpersonal skills required to effectively work in a team setting
• Be receptive to training and be able to quickly acquire new skills and knowledge.
• Be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Be capable of, and willing to present a polite demeanor and professional appearance to coworkers, guests, contractor, vendors and others with whom contact is made
• Must possess the basic computer skills required to enter and retrieve data to or from the Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Must demonstrate ability and flexibility to adjust to change and meet new situations or changes in assignments or procedures
• Must be self-motived, able to work independently with limited supervision, and be willing to occasionally work over-time and/or nights
• The ability to troubleshoot and diagnose building mechanical and electrical systems
• A working knowledge of applicable OSHA and NFPA safety regulations and requirements, including the ability to recognize and correct unsafe work practices or equipment installations which do not meet Code
• Computer skills required to effectively communicate via email and to create and edit Word documents and Excel spreadsheets
• Must be at least 19 years old and possess a current, valid, driver’s license with a good driving record for the past 3 years

Physical Requirements include for all positions:

• Most positions require Respiratory Fit Testing and will require compliance with applicable regulations, including a clean-shaven face
• Some positions must be able to work in confined spaces and permit-required confined spaces may occasionally be required
• Ability to walk long distances- up to 1/2 mile over uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 
• Physical stamina and conditions to withstand heavy labor related work 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.

Salary : $19 - $21