Winter 2027 Photo Guide/Driver - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

 

 

 

Discover the magic of Yellowstone's winter season!

 

Love snow, magical scenery, and fewer crowds? Join us at Yellowstone National Park this winter! Live. Work. Explore. in the serene wonderland with a tight-knit employee community, enjoy unique activities like skiing and snowshoeing, and provide warm hospitality to our guests. We're hiring a Photo Guide/Driver at Old Faithful Snow Lodge. Experience the "secret season" of Yellowstone – an unforgettable winter adventure awaits!

 

Job Summary:This multifaceted role combines tour guiding, driving, and equipment operation in all weather conditions. The position requires extensive knowledge of the park, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to safely operate and maintain vehicles. Candidates must be flexible, professional, and able to work long hours in challenging outdoor environments while representing the company positively.

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: Late November 2026 to Mid March 2027Pay: $18.25/hour - $20.50/hourSchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

 

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:

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

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program

Perks:

• Free Yellowstone National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (photo contest, gear rentals, seminars, ski trips, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• 100+ miles of cross-country ski trails (both groomed and skier tracked)
• Outdoor ice skating rinks
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Safe and proper operation of company equipment in all weather conditions.
• Maintaining professionalism while working outdoors in extreme weather and during vehicle breakdowns.
• Helping tour members compose quality photographs in Yellowstone.
• Obtaining, distributing, and cleaning continental breakfast items for the tour.
• Providing courteous guest service.
• Providing a knowledgeable, interpretive commentary of Park features and history.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the natural, cultural, and geologic history of Yellowstone National Park.
• Leading guided walks up to a mile or longer in length.
• Keeping tours on a time schedule. Must be punctual.
• Prompt and correct completion of all required reports.
• Representing the Company in a positive manner.
• Responsible for a clean and neat appearance in the prescribed uniform.
• Assisting as needed with duty as Step-On Guide, driving of Step-On Tour Guides, bus washing, assisting with guest services in other departments, and other duties as assigned.
• Frequent overnight stays at other facilities both in and outside of Yellowstone National Park is required.
• Responsible for training Photographer Driver – Interpretive Guide III.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess current 1st Aid/CPR certifications.
• Good driving record.
• Communicate effectively through speech and hearing.
• Good reading and comprehension skills to research tour information.
• Able to organize information about Yellowstone National Park into an interpretive thematic tour.
• Must provide own camera equipment.
• Judgment and leadership to keep your tour on a semblance of a schedule.

Physical Requirements:

• Must meet all DOT physical requirements and pass a DOT physical exam.
• Simultaneously steer a vehicle, shift its transmission, operate accelerator and brake pedals, and give commentary while driving in heavy traffic.
• Able to bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs. simultaneously and repeatedly.
• Able to work outdoors in variable weather (including rain, sleet, snow, direct sunlight, high winds, and temperatures ranging from -60⁰ to +100⁰ Fahrenheit).

 

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.