Kitchen Maintenance Technician - Parkwide - Yellowstone National Park

Internal Career Site • Yellowstone National Park, WY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Parkwide Kitchen Maintenance Technician inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and seasonally commissions commercial kitchen equipment across Xanterra-operated locations in Yellowstone National Park. The role provides technical support for commercial cooking, refrigeration, warewashing, and food service support systems.

The technician collaborates with Food & Beverage leaders, maintenance teams, vendors, and contractors to support equipment reliability, preventive and emergency maintenance, lifecycle planning, staff training, and accurate CMMS records. Extensive travel throughout the park and the ability to work independently while supporting multiple locations are required. This is a seasonal position running from March/April 2027 through October/November 2027, paying $24.35 per hour.

Requirements

• Manufacturer training or certifications for commercial kitchen equipment, such as combi ovens, dish machines, fryers, or refrigeration.
• Experience in commercial refrigeration and refrigerant recovery.
• EPA Section 608 certification.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, weekends, and varying shifts.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in confined spaces, varying weather conditions, and elevations above 6,000 feet.
• Ability to walk up to 0.5 miles over uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to differentiate colors for water testing and comply with respiratory protection requirements.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hospitality, institutional kitchens, or remote/park environments.
• Familiarity with CMMS and asset-management practices.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, plumbing, mechanical, refrigeration, and steam systems associated with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and seasonal opening and closing procedures.
• Document and manage work orders through CMMS to support equipment reliability and compliance.
• Select and use appropriate tools and materials safely while following OSHA/NFPA requirements, company safety programs, and environmental and sustainability initiatives.
• Support Food & Beverage staff with proper equipment use and care.
• Maintain clear, courteous communication and a professional appearance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including occasional overtime or night work.

Benefits

• Employee housing in a dormitory-style setting and on-site cafeteria-style meals provided at low cost.
• Free on-site laundry facility.
• Wi-Fi with limited bandwidth and utilities included.
• Free Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park pass.
• Employee Recreation Program, including recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, and hiking.
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Retail, lodging, and travel discounts.
• $350 Referral Bonus Program.
• Competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed