Carpenter - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

 

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering team in Yellowstone National Park!

 

Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Yellowstone National Park, you will get all three! As the Carpenter, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day maintenance functions that keep the park running smoothly.

 

Job Summary:

The Carpenter supports the maintenance and preservation of Xanterra facilities by performing advanced carpentry, structural repairs, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. This position also contributes to historic preservation and training efforts while ensuring work is completed safely and sustainably.

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeason Dates: March/April 2027 - October/November 2027Pay: $23.70/hour - $24.35/hour

 

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
• Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program 

Benefits: 

• Xanterra offers competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees. For more information, click here. 

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, replacements, and seasonal opening/closing of structural and wood-based building systems, including framing, flooring, cabinetry, trim, and building envelopes.
• Provide carpentry safety and skills training to maintenance staff and support historic preservation training initiatives.
• Document corrective and preventive maintenance activities in the CMMS and safely utilize appropriate tools and materials.
• Work independently while maintaining a safe, clean, and collaborative work environment and supporting company safety and sustainability programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional carpentry experience, with proficiency in rough carpentry, framing, forming, and millwork, including cabinets, countertops, shelving, windows, and doors.
• Strong knowledge of carpentry tools, power equipment, wood grades, building materials, and applicable OSHA/NFPA safety requirements.
• Ability to identify and correct unsafe or non-compliant work practices and installations.
• Basic computer skills with strong troubleshooting abilities and adaptability to new techniques and procedures.

Physical Requirements include:

• Ability to work in confined spaces, meet respiratory protection requirements, and perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Ability to walk up to 0.5 miles over uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders, and work in varying weather conditions at elevations above 6,000 feet.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

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.