Shuttle Driver - Glacier National Park

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Transportation team in Glacier National Park!

At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. 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 all our guests.

We’re hiring Shuttle Drivers to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:Transporting Xanterra employee to various locations in and around Glacier National Park.

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: May through mid- to late-September 2024 (exact dates vary by location)Pay: $15.50/hrSchedule: Typical schedule is 40-45 hours/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Glacier 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 an authorized concessionaire in Glacier, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Glacier:

• Employee housing and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style). Dormitory-style housing and meals cost $15.74/day through payroll deduction.
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Access to 745 miles of hiking trails, hundreds of clear lakes for kayaking, and amazing wildlife
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks:

• Medical, 401k, AFLAC, Pet Insurance. Coverage starts first of the month after 60 days of hire. 
• Employee Assistance Program
• 15% Verizon Wireless Discount
• Free Glacier Park Pass
• Retail, Lodging, and Travel Discounts
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in a safe and proper operation all weather conditions.
• Maintain professionalism while working outdoors in extreme weather and during vehicle break-downs. 
• Quotes costs of fares, issues tickets and receives payment. Responsible for balancing cash.
• Assists with guest and employee luggage and the loading and unloading of the luggage.
• Responsible for a clean and neat appearance in the approved uniform.
• Responsible for cleaning, fueling and ensuring vehicle is safe before and after each shift.
• Must accurately complete all daily DOT paperwork and reports each shift and file them according to policy.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with guests and all other co-workers.
• Must practice courteous guest service while keeping shuttles on a time schedule, and remaining punctual.  
• Position may spend up to 10 hours driving (15 hours total work) on various types of road conditions.

Physical Requirements include:

• Drivers must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Must meet all DOT physical requirements and pass a DOT physical exam including a pre-employment drug screen and federally required random screens throughout the season, and comply with the Xanterra Driver Safety Program and Policy. 
• Must be able to sit, stand, stretch, and bend for up to a 15 hour day. (typically 8-10 hours)
• Able to work outdoors in variable weather (including rain, sleet, snow, direct sunlight, high winds, and temperatures ranging from 0 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Simultaneously steer a vehicle, shift its transmission, operate accelerator and brake pedals, and provide customer service while driving in heavy traffic.
• Ability to help guests and employees in and out of the vehicle.
• Ability to load and unload guest luggage several times a day at elevations ranging from 3,500 feet to 6,700 feet above sea level.

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.