What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recycler/Groundskeeeper - Zion National Park position at Xanterra Travel Collection?
Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering & Maintenance team in Zion National Park!
As a sanctuary with over 146,000 acres of cliffs, canyons, diverse plant and animal life, and uninterrupted beauty, Zion is a place of peace and refuge. We operate a variety of dining facilities, a retail shop, and the only in-park lodging. For those that live and work in the park, there are endless opportunities to explore the amazing wonders that surround you.
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 all our guests.
We’re hiring a Recylcer/Groundskeeper to Live. Work. Explore. at Zion National Park!
Job Summary:
The Recycler/Groundskeeper helps preserve Zion National Park by maintaining landscaping efforts, cleaning grounds, and processing recycling/garbage.
The Details:
Season Dates: ASAP through 12/31/2024
Pay: $12.90/hr
Room and Board: $13.50 per day
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Why Zion 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 Zion, and proud stewards of the park.
Life in Zion:
- Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
- Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), employee gym
- Bike rentals
- 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:
- Unlimited outdoor recreation opportunities
- Direct access to Zion National Park's restricted Canyon Scenic Drive
- Exclusive employee discounts in Zion and other Xanterra properties
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
- The adventure of a lifetime!
Responsibilities
- Help maintain grounds by raking, blowing, push mowing, string trimming and edging, mulching, planting, seeding, sodding, aerification and general clean up duties.
- Performing work using equipment including but not limited to: push mowers, backpack blowers, edgers, spray equipment, weed eaters, small vehicles, and sidewinder equipment.
- Using and caring for hand tools and equipment issued on the job.
- Responding to emergency storm events (IE snow, tornado's, hurricanes, etc).
- Recycler in charge of garbage/trash removal from all departments in addition to recycling.
- Responsible for transporting recyclables to a place determined by location management and/or National Park Services.
- Distribute and empty recyclable containers throughout the property on a regular schedule.
- Prepare, maintain, and submit necessary records on amounts (in Lbs per product) of recycled materials to Location Management.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must be able to withstand a range of outside weather conditions (heat/cold, rain/snow) including prolonged exposure to sunlight.
- Ability to work days, nights, weekends, holidays.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, push, pull a minimum of 70 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, knee, crouch, reach for an extended period of time.
- Ability to bend at the waist and perform repetitive foot and hand action.
- Good hand/eye/foot coordination 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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