Heavy Equipment Laborer - Yellowstone National Park

XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join the Engineering and Maintenance team at Yellowstone National Park as a Heavy Equipment Laborer. This seasonal role involves assisting with maintenance tasks, including snow removal and utility repairs, in a beautiful outdoor environment. Enjoy employee housing, meals, and a vibrant community while contributing to the park's upkeep.

Benefits

Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass

Employee Recreation Program

Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics

Employee discounts at local gateway communities

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

$350 Referral Bonus Program

The adventure of a lifetime!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Assists Crew with parkwide domestic utility repairs.
• Responsible for working safe and complying with all codes and regulations.
• Assists Crew with parkwide snow removal.

Skills

General knowledge of placing concrete and asphalt patching

General knowledge of log work

General knowledge of domestic utility repair work

Job description

Overview

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

Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Yellowstone National Park, you will get all three! As a Heavy Equipment Laborer you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day maintenance functions that keep the park running smoothly.

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. Heavy Equipment Laborers will assist with snow removal, operating electric and hand tools. Heavy Equipment Laborers do not require Class A CDL.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: June 2025 - October/November 2025
Pay: $20.25 - 22.50/hour
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) provided at low cost
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• No Wyoming state taxesdeducted 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:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program(recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Assists Crew with parkwide domestic utility repairs (water, sewer, electrical) as needed, with shoveling, raking, tamping, etc.
• Assists Crew with parkwide placing concrete and asphalt patching.
• Assists Crew with parkwide bumper log placement and staining as needed.
• Assists Crew with parkwide snow pole placement for future snow removal.
• Assists Crew with parkwide snow removal, including heavy shoveling and snow blower usage.
• Responsible for working safe and complying with all current related codes and regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age
• General knowledge of placing concrete and asphalt patching.
• General knowledge of log work, i.e. placement and staining of bumper logs.
• General knowledge of domestic utility repair work, i.e. water, sewer, electrical.
• Must be able to read, understand, interpret and comply with all Xanterra’s company policies and procedures.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a DOT physical.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must possess physical stamina to withstand heavy labor related to work in an outside environment.
• Must be capable of lifting and moving objects weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Must be able to walk long distances over uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, and crawl for extended periods of time as 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 veteran status.