Seasonal Polar Express Hobo: Live Train Character

Xanterra Travel Collection; Williams (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Tickets

Employee Tickets

Property Discounts

MEC

Sick Time

Job summary

Grand Canyon Railway in Williams, Arizona, is hiring for the HOBO in THE POLAR EXPRESS production. The seasonal, part-time role runs 10/15/2026–1/03/2027, with a schedule that includes weekends and three additional weekdays.

Pay is $19.00 per hour plus tips, with a 6+ hour shift length and access to free tickets and other perks. As the HOBO, you will stay in character, engage guests, and help create magical experiences nightly.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in public speaking.
• Must be able to demonstrate clear, professional guest-facing communication.
• Must be comfortable performing in front of a live audience.
• Preferred: theatrical role-playing experience.
• Preferred: customer service experience in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Portray and maintain the Hobo character at all times, memorizing scripts and cues.
• Interact with children and adults, maintaining audience control during performances.
• Follow safety practices and respond to guest emergencies.
• Participate in vocals and movement as per the script.
• Work with the cast to ensure a positive guest experience.
• Handle stressful situations professionally in public settings.
• Maintain schedule flexibility across days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Live performance

Theatrical experience

Customer service

Job description

Grand Canyon Railway in Williams, Arizona, is hiring for the HOBO in THE POLAR EXPRESS production. The seasonal, part-time role runs 10/15/2026–1/03/2027, with a schedule that includes weekends and three additional weekdays.

Pay is $19.00 per hour plus tips, with a 6+ hour shift length and access to free tickets and other perks. As the HOBO, you will stay in character, engage guests, and help create magical experiences nightly.