Shuttle Driver - Oasis at Death Valley

Xanterra; California; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park pass

Employee housing (dormitory-style)

On-site meals

Job summary

Oasis at Death Valley is seeking a Shuttle Driver to support guests and staff at the Death Valley National Park resort. The role involves operating shuttle services, helping guests with bags, and delivering messages and items between properties.

You will also assist with lobby and public area upkeep, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and provide courteous, informed customer service in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility for weekends/holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of customer service experience.
• Must have a valid Driver's license and knowledge of California vehicle laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide shuttle services for employees and guests.
• Assist guests with bags, luggage, and escort/valet services as needed.
• Daily cleaning/maintenance of lobby, patios/decks, public areas, and pool areas.
• Deliver amenities to guest rooms and assist Front Desk as needed.
• Know the Inn and Ranch details, hours of operation, and current road conditions.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Job description

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Lodging team at the Oasis at Death Valley!

The Oasis at Death Valley is situated in a lush, spring-fed desert oasis, surrounded by the vast and arid desert of Death Valley National Park. The Oasis operates the historic AAA Four Diamond Inn and Ranch, restaurants, gift shops, and the world's lowest elevation golf course. Both hotels are open year-round and feature swimming pools fed by naturally warm local springs.

We’re hiring a Shuttle Driver to Live. Work. Explore. in Death Valley National Park!

Job Summary:

This position provides shuttle services for employees and guests, handles bags and luggage, and picks up/delivers messages, documents, packages, and other items between properties. Will also be asked to clean and organize patios and public areas, and upkeep guest activity supplies and fireplaces.

The Details:

Position Type: Year-round or Seasonal

Start Dates: As soon as possible on next available check in date (approximately three weeks)

Pay: $17.65

Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why the Oasis at Death Valley?

Death Valley National Park is in the northern Mojave Desert in California and is the largest National Park outside of Alaska. With incredibly diverse ecosystems, sand dunes, mountains, and America's lowest elevations, Death Valley is an incredible place to call home. We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests.

Life at the Oasis:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at low cost


• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)


• 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 and Perks:

• Free Death Valley National Park pass


• Free access to pool, golf course, rec center, gym and sports court


• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts


• Planned employee trips and activities


• $350 Referral Bonus Program


• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with bags and luggage at check-in and/or check-out as requested.


• Assist guests with escort and valet services as needed.


• Daily cleaning/maintenance of lobby, patios/decks, public areas, pool and assist housekeeping with dusting and picking up trash.


• Provide positive, informative, and courteous customer service to all guests and visitors.


• Maintains the cleanliness of company vehicles and assures timely maintenance of the vehicle is adhered to.


• Delivers amenity requests to guest rooms.


• Be familiar with details about the Inn and Ranch including various historical significances of the properties, hours of operation for outlets, and current road conditions.


• Be able to assist Front Desk by covering the counter or answering phones.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of previous customer service experience.


• Excellent verbal communication skills


• Pleasant personality and the ability to deal with a wide variety of people.


• Ability to work quickly and thoroughly under pressure.


• Must be flexible and open to changes in procedures.


• Ability to attend to more than one task at a time.


• Must adhere to grooming standards.


• Must have a valid Driver's license and a high level of understanding for California state vehicle traffic laws.

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to frequently and safely lift luggage that could be up to 50 lbs.


• Must be able to bend, push, pull, lift and stand for extended periods of time.


• Be able to assist guests into and out of the van.


• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures.

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.