Trail Crew Maintenance - Yellowstone National Park
About The Position
Trail Crew Maintenance members help ensure the safety and condition of horse trails, corrals, and facilities in Yellowstone National Park. They identify and report maintenance concerns, care for horses and mules, maintain equipment and tools, and perform trail maintenance in accordance with company safety and environmental standards. The position is seasonal, with season dates from May 2027 through September 2027, and pays $19.50 per hour. Employee housing in dormitory-style accommodations and on-site cafeteria-style meals are available at low cost. The position also provides access to a free on-site laundry facility, limited-bandwidth Wi-Fi, included utilities, a free Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park pass, an employee recreation program, discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi, retail, lodging, and travel discounts, and a $350 referral bonus program. Xanterra offers competitive benefit programs and services to eligible employees. The role requires working outdoors in variable weather and at high altitude, caring for and working safely with horses and other large domestic animals, and using hand tools, chainsaws, and animal-care chemicals. Employees may ride horses or drive teams for up to 12 hours per day and must meet the stated physical requirements.
Requirements
- Strong horsemanship skills.
- Proficiency with hand tools and chainsaws, including associated safety practices.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment operation.
- Knowledge of Yellowstone facilities and services, as well as Company and Department policies and procedures.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Must weigh 240 lbs. or less.
- Able to lift and carry up to 80 lbs.
- Able to independently mount and dismount horses and safely work with large domestic animals in a corral or ranch environment.
- Able to stand, walk, bend, stretch, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
- Able to work at high altitude and outdoors in variable weather conditions, including temperatures from 0°F to 100°F.
- Able to safely use cleaning and animal-care chemicals.
- Able to ride horses or drive teams for up to 12 hours per day.
Nice To Haves
- Equine packing skills.
- Familiarity with low-impact resource development.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate assigned horse trails, corrals, and facilities for unsafe conditions and report deficiencies to the Trail Crew Lead and corral management.
- Ensure the care, maintenance, and security of assigned horses, mules, equipment, and tools.
- Understand and follow company safety guidelines and procedures.
- Maintain assigned horse trails using safe and environmentally responsible practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Horse Department Manager or Trail Crew Lead.
Benefits
- Employee housing in dormitory-style accommodations and on-site cafeteria-style meals provided at low cost.
- Free on-site laundry facility, limited-bandwidth Wi-Fi, 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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