Retail Distribution Center Driver - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Retail Distribution Center team in Yellowstone National Park!

Work behind the scenes to ensure Yellowstone's retail operations run smoothly. If you are a self-motivated individual who is interested in supply chain, inventory, merchandising, and the retail operation of Yellowstone National Park, we have a position for you!

We’re hiring a Retail Distribution Center Driver to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:The Retail Distribution Center Driver will be responsible for loading and unloading box truck(s) in conjunction with deliveries between the distribution center and retail stores and assisting in the Retail Distribution Center day to day warehouse operations throughout the season.

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: May 2024 - November 2024 Pay: $17.00 per hour Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week 

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:

• This position is based out of Gardiner, MT and is eligible for bunkhouse housing with kitchenettes at the low cost of about $45 per week. Employee will be responsible for buying their own groceries, cooking their own meals, and supplying basic kitchen supplies
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included
• No Wyoming state taxes deducted 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 and Perks:

• Free Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Employee discounts on retail, food & beverage, lodging, and activities in Yellowstone
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• Access to maintained campgrounds and back country campsites inside and around the park
• Over 1,000 miles of hiking trails inside the park itself
• Fresh air, breathtaking views, and clear night skies
• World-class wildlife viewing of bison, elk, moose, wolves, bears, and more
• Approximately 500 geysers (the largest concentration in the world) and hot springs, including Grand Prismatic, the third largest in the world

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all duties of Distribution Center Help position
• Loading and unloading box truck(s) in conjunction with deliveries between the distribution center and retail stores
• Maintain control and security of documents, box counts, and all goods associated with deliveries and returns to and from retail stores
• Make deliveries and returns of retail goods between the Distribution Center and each store's secured location or stockroom
• Coordinate truck maintenance with Gardiner Service Center and complete required vehicle inspection reports
• Practice safe work habits in an industrial type of work environment by complying with all safety requirements. Notify a supervisor immediately if an unsafe work condition or practice is observed. Successfully complete all required safety training
• Comply with Xanterra’s Environmental Management Systems (Ecologix) and look for ways to improve the impact your job has on the environment
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age and posses a valid driver's license, valid DOT physical, and good driving record
• Demonstrate safe operation of truck while driving to retail locations park-wide with regard for seasonal road conditions, park traffic, park regulations, and park wildlife, including backing up to loading dock areas; give attention to necessary vehicle maintenance
• When not making deliveries, is able to perform all duties of the Distribution Center Help position; including but not limited to: receiving, pricing, distribution and inventory control
• Able to cooperate with gift shop managers and staff in handling merchandise deliveries and returns/pickups of all retail goods
• Understand correct packing and loading procedures while giving special attention to fragile merchandise, in order to ensure safe arrival of items on delivery
• General understanding of Yellowstone retail operations
• Experience with two wheeled hand trucks, pallet jacks, and electric pallet lifts/movers helpful
• Able to work with a minimum amount of supervision; excellent attendance and punctuality is critical

Physical Requirements include:

• Must be able to maintain a high level of physical activity while moving boxes weighing up to 80 pounds by hand, climbing in and out of trucks, up and down stairs; at and around the various retail locations throughout the park
• Walk or stand on a concrete surface for a minimum eight-hour shift
• Must be able to frequently bend down or kneel to stock product during a shift
• Must be able to frequently move up and down ladders to put away and pull stock during a shift
• Must have a valid DOT Physical

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.