Shuttle Driver - Glacier National Park

Now Hiring Summer 2023 Shuttle Drivers to LIVE. WORK. EXPLORE in Glacier National Park!

At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and competent people who 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. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

Glacier National Park sees over 3 million annual visitors and encompasses just over 1 million acres of largely wilderness area and is known for its seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes. Glacier National Park was established in 1910 and stands today as a monument to wild natural places. As part of the Crown of the Continent ecosystem, the park includes 175 named mountains, 762 lakes (131 named lakes), 200+ named waterfalls and 26 named glaciers, as well as 1,000 plant species, and hundreds of animal species. Employees can explore the park’s 745 miles of hiking trails, take a bus tour on Going-to-the-Sun Road, or kayak in clear lakes.

The Details:

• Seasonal positions start in May and extend through mid- to late-September 2023 (dates depend on Location)
• Pay Rate: $14.50/hour
• Schedule Varies: Average 40-45 hours/week
• Perks include:

• Affordable employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• Free Red Bus and Boat Tours (as available)
• Free Glacier National Park season pass
• Exclusive Retail and Dining discounts in Glacier
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

• 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.

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• 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:

• 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 status as a protected veteran.

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