Parking Attendant Lead - Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Overview

 

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Parking team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial!

Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. 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 Parking Attendant Leads to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

 

Job Summary:

Know and follow company procedures to ensure that guests have a positive experience and assist in training other department employees the company procedures.

 

The Details:Position Type: SeasonalSeasonal Dates: September 2026 - November 2026Pay: $16.00/hourSchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

 

Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?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 Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.

 

Life in Mount Rushmore:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• On-site laundry facility, employee shuttle service, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• 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
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Benefits:

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

Perks:

• Black Hills VIP Training Pass Discounts for local attractions
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on training to new employees and assists in documenting employee’s knowledge of position and tasks.
• Assist in addressing and resolving guest inquiries and complaints, escalating as needed
• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• Perform Parking Attendant duties as needed, including but not limited to:
• Act as a positive first contact with guests as they arrive.
  • Provide direction and information to guests and vehicles on where to park.
  • Respond to guest questions and inquiries in a professional manner.
  • Help in maintaining cleanliness and clear surfaces of parking facility area, including but not limited to booths, grounds, parking spaces, walkways.
  • Follow proper cash handling and payment procedures.
• Follow Company and departmental environmental and safety practices, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality experience is preferred or may substitute having demonstrated capability to perform responsibilities.
• Ability to provide excellent guest service.
• Ability to train employees to set them up for success.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where tasks and priorities can change quickly and with little notice.
• Willing to “pitch-in” and help the team with tasks.
• Must be a positive team player with flexible schedules who like to have fun and have the passion to work.
• Ability and willingness to work outside in various weather conditions and temperatures at elevations over 5,000 feet.

Physical Requirements include:

• Constantly stand, walking, and handling.
• Frequently reaching outward, and lifting/carrying 10-20 pounds.
• Occasionally reach above shoulder, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, bending, lifting/carrying 21-100 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 12-100 pounds.

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.