Painter - Old Faithful Snow Lodge - 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 year-round Painter is a skilled maintenance professional responsible for surface preparation, painting, staining, and finishing across a variety of facilities and assets. This position supports preventive and corrective maintenance while helping preserve the appearance, longevity, and safety of park infrastructure.

Working independently or collaboratively, the Painter consistently upholds Xanterra’s safety, sustainability, and quality standards and is based in the Old Faithful area of Yellowstone National Park. The Details: Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round Pay: $19.50/hr - $21.25/hour Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays) Life in Yellowstone: Housing

• Included for a nominal fee 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 surface preparation, painting, staining, and finishing of facilities, structures, and assets safely and to quality standards. Complete, track, and document preventive and corrective maintenance using CMMS and work order logs. Safely and efficiently use appropriate tools, equipment, and materials to complete assigned work.

Work independently with limited supervision while demonstrating accountability, professionalism, and effective communication. Maintain a safe, clean, respectful, and cooperative work environment and adhere to all company safety and sustainability programs. Follow ACM and Lead-Based Paint (LBP) requirements for safe surface preparation.

Work overtime, nights, or adjusted schedules as operational needs require. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Advanced painting skills, including surface preparation, finish application, and knowledge of painting tools, products, and coatings. Proficient with CMMS and digital work order systems, with the ability to quickly learn new skills and technical processes. Adaptable to changing assignments and priorities, with strong problem-solving skills, professional curiosity, patience, and initiative.

Working knowledge of applicable OSHA and NFPA requirements, including the ability to identify and correct unsafe work practices or noncompliant equipment installations. Ability to mentor and train less experienced maintenance staff. Physical Requirements: Must be able to use required respiratory protection and comply with applicable respiratory protection requirements, including facial-hair restrictions.

Must be able to work in confined and permit-required confined spaces. Must be able to walk up to one-half mile over uneven terrain, work above 6,000 feet, and climb stairs and ladders. Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, crawl, and perform heavy outdoor labor in varying weather conditions, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.

Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record for the past three years. 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.

Perform surface preparation, painting, staining, and finishing of facilities, structures, and assets safely and to quality standards. Complete, track, and document preventive and corrective maintenance using CMMS and work order logs. Safely and efficiently use appropriate tools, equipment, and materials to complete assigned work.

Work independently with limited supervision while demonstrating accountability, professionalism, and effective communication. Maintain a safe, clean, respectful, and cooperative work environment and adhere to all company safety and sustainability programs. Follow ACM and Lead-Based Paint (LBP) requirements for safe surface preparation.

Work overtime, nights, or adjusted schedules as operational needs require. Perform other duties as assigned. Required: Advanced painting skills, including surface preparation, finish application, and knowledge of painting tools, products, and coatings. Proficient with CMMS and digital work order systems, with the ability to quickly learn new skills and technical processes.

Adaptable to changing assignments and priorities, with strong problem-solving skills, professional curiosity, patience, and initiative. Working knowledge of applicable OSHA and NFPA requirements, including the ability to identify and correct unsafe work practices or noncompliant equipment installations. Ability to mentor and train less experienced maintenance staff.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to use required respiratory protection and comply with applicable respiratory protection requirements, including facial-hair restrictions. Must be able to work in confined and permit-required confined spaces. Must be able to walk up to one-half mile over uneven terrain, work above 6,000 feet, and climb stairs and ladders.

Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, crawl, and perform heavy outdoor labor in varying weather conditions, including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record for the past three years. 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.