Mule Packer Supervisor - Grand Canyon

Full Time
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
Posted
Job description
Overview:

$16.85/ per hour


Join our team at Grand Canyon National Park!
Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Grand Canyon National Park, you will get all three! No matter what your jobs is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, The Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top notch hospitality.


JOB SUMMARY:
Supervise the safe and efficient packing of mules by the packers; oversee the safe and healthful use of mules utilized in packing operation and coordinate inbound and outbound deliveries for Phantom Ranch.


As our employee, you receive extremely affordable employee housing, discounted meals, employee discounts to explore other Xanterra properties and a generous benefits program for eligible employees. By working with Xanterra Travel Collection among the beauty of Grand Canyon National Park, this is your chance to Live, Work, and Explore in one of the most beautiful places on Earth!


PLEASE NOTE
: As we closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to adopt appropriate sanitation measures and are carefully following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state protocols for preventing the spread of COVID-19. We are dedicated to creating a safe and healthy environment for both employees and guests.
Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the preparation and the delivery of groceries, duffels and other service items from the Rim to Phantom Ranch and other designated inner canyon locations.
  • Assists with the selection of new packers.
  • Provides continual training and evaluation of the pack staff and the stock used in the packing operation.
  • Works with Livery Management on conducting performance reviews of the staff.
  • Responsible for the condition of the pack barn, all packing equipment as well as oversight of repairs and replacement of equipment.
  • Responsible for the safe and healthy use of mules in packing operations, including health checks, and shoeing requirements.
  • Oversees watering, feeding, grooming, and health check of mules.
  • Conducts monthly safety talks for the Pack staff.
  • Ensures that assigned staff is adhering to all safety, risk management and environmental policies.
  • Overnight stays at Phantom Ranch may be required from time to time. Based on the mixed-gender nature of the staff and limited employee housing at Phantom Ranch, employees may be required to share room accommodations with team members of the opposite sex. Employees will have access to gender-specific shower and restroom facilities but they will be expected to sleep in a co-ed bunk house.
  • Other duties as assigned.
What’s in it for you?
  • Lodging Discount 50% off Best Available Rate
  • 30 – 40% Retail Discount at Xanterra Parks
  • Discounts at Xanterra Adventure Companies
  • 20 – 30% Food and Beverage Discounts at Xanterra Parks
  • 15% Verizon Phone Service/Products Discount
  • 20 – 60% Discount on Entertainment through TicketsAtWork.com
  • Free Laundry Facilities
  • Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers and Free WiFi
  • Paid Day off on Your Birthday with Restaurant & Retail Discounts
  • Discounted Mule Rides Each Winter
  • Summer Property Olympics
  • Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
  • Wellness Programs and Health Fairs
Qualifications:
  • One-year previous supervisory experience.
  • Two years previous experience with mule or horse pack operations.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills plus excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with two-way radio communications use.
  • Ability to identify and correct potential health and/or safety problems with mules.
  • Have own saddle and tack.
  • Ability to handle extremes in weather and working conditions and exposure to outdoor conditions.
  • Possess physical agility and ability to stay in the saddle for upwards of five hours or more without dismounting, and physical ability to handle lead line on the pack string.
  • Ability to supervise staff and provide detailed direction and supervision in area outside of traditional work setting.

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.

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