Trail Guide / Wrangler - Grand Canyon South Rim

Xanterra • Grand Canyon Village, AZ

292d • $16

About The Position

We're excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection® is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers. Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Wrangler & Trail team in Grand Canyon National Park! Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. 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 our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality. We're hiring Trail Guide/Wrangler to Live. Work. Explore. at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon!

Requirements

• At least one year of experience handling horses or mules and proven equestrian skills.
• Good verbal communication skills with ability to give instructions to riders, and provide interpretive information about the Grand Canyon.
• Must be able to become certified in CPR, and basic first aid.
• Must have own saddle and tack.
• Experience with, or ability to learn two-way radio communications.
• Selected candidates will be required to take a student ride to Phantom Ranch to make sure they can handle the depth, heat and terrain of the Canyon.

Responsibilities

• Catch and saddle designated mules, grain and groom mules while saddling.
• Check equipment each day before saddling; report any defective equipment to Livery Management.
• Assist other mule guides in keeping the barn and corral clean.
• Assist with daily feeding of mules.
• Put mules up according to procedures, properly store saddles/tack.
• Help load/unload guests onto mules at all load/unload points along the ride. Check equipment before loading guests at all points.
• Always be aware of the string on the trail, pay close attention to riders, keep string together, keep rider safety at the forefront at all times.
• Provide interpretive information about the Grand Canyon throughout the ride.
• Pay attention to trail conditions, pending weather conditions, trail hazards, other trail issues that may pose a danger to the mules, mule guides and/or riders.
• Communicate via two-way radio any accidents to mules or riders, and/or other important information.
• Check all mule guide gear and make certain that such gear is equipped with all attachments, such as first aid emergency kits, and canteens.
• Adhere to all safety, risk management and environmental policies while performing tasks.
• Overnight stays at Phantom Ranch may be required from time to time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs
• Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
• Rec Center - Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi
• Paid Day off on your birthday
• Discounted mule rides
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation