Electrician - Old Faithful - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

 

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

 

Put your problem-solving skills to work. Our Engineering and Maintenance department does it all! From troubleshooting to preserving our rich history and being stewards of our iconic lodges, hands-on skills are needed to get the job done right. There are a variety of positions at our parks and lodges that range from skilled technicians to skilled trades.

 

Job Summary:

The Electrician is a year-round skilled trades position responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of electrical systems serving Xanterra facilities throughout Yellowstone National Park. This position supports hospitality operations including guest lodging, restaurants, employee housing, retail locations, warehouses, maintenance facilities, and administrative buildings. The Electrician serves as a technical resource for electrical systems and works closely with maintenance managers, technicians, contractors, and operational departments to ensure safe, reliable, and code-compliant electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will possess strong troubleshooting abilities, demonstrate sound technical judgment, and be capable of independently managing multiple projects in a remote and dynamic environment.

 

The Details:Position Type: Full-Time, Year-RoundPay: $25.00/hour - $30.05/hourSchedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

 

Life in Yellowstone: 

• Housing included for a nominal fee
• 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, repair, installation, testing, and preventive maintenance of electrical systems across commercial, hospitality, residential, industrial, and utility facilities.
• Diagnose and repair electrical distribution systems, circuits, panels, transformers, motors, controls, lighting systems, receptacles, switches, breakers, GFCI/AFCI devices, surge protection, and low-voltage components.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems supporting lodging, employee housing, kitchens, dining, laundry, retail, administrative facilities, HVAC, boilers, pumps, refrigeration, exhaust, and other equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Inspect electrical systems and ensure compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA, National Park Service, and company requirements.
• Support facility renovations, capital projects, equipment replacements, energy-efficiency initiatives, seasonal opening/closing activities, and emergency or after-hours repairs.
• Coordinate electrical parts and inventory needs with maintenance stores and purchasing personnel.
• Document and track maintenance activities using CMMS and work order systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to maintenance staff while supporting skills development.
• Promote workplace safety, environmental stewardship, continuous improvement, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible electrical maintenance and construction experience in commercial, industrial, hospitality, institutional, or residential environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, with working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and safe electrical work practices.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical distribution systems, panels, breakers, motors and controls, VFDs, lighting, HVAC electrical systems, kitchen equipment, pumps, boiler controls, emergency power, low-voltage circuits, and building automation systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and demonstrate strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), with the ability to train and mentor less experienced staff.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays, and respond to emergency call-outs as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, or Electrical Contractor License preferred, but not required. Candidates with strong electrical experience who are not currently licensed are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, life-safety, and electrical safety standards.

Physical Requirements include:

 

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Able to walk up to a half mile over uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders, stand, bend, kneel and crawl in all types of weather conditions at elevations exceeding 6,000 ft.
• May require work in confined spaces and permit-required confined spaces.
• May require the use of respiratory protection and compliance with the applicable respiratory protection program regulations, including restrictions on the length and location of facial hair. 

 

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.