Trail Guide/Wrangler

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges

Grand Canyon South Rim has over 700 miles of hiking trails and countless miles of backroads.

Live. Work. Explore. as a Trail Guide/Wrangler at the Grand Canyon!

This is your chance to LIVE. WORK. EXPLORE. in one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World!

Year-round
Posted: Mar 15, 2024

Trail Guide/Wrangler

Location
Grand Canyon, Arizona
Wages/Pay
$15.75 / hour
Experience Level
Previous experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: Apr 01, 2024

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Wrangler & Trail team in Grand Canyon National Park!

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 3 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. 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 our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality.

We’re hiring Trail Guides/Wranglers to Live. Work. Explore. at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon!

Job Summary:
Our Trail Guide/Wranglers guide mule rides in and out of the Grand Canyon and along rim trails.

The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: $15.75 per hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Grand Canyon South Rim?
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 at the Grand Canyon South Rim, and proud stewards of the park.

Life at the South Rim:

  • Low-cost employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
  • Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
  • A 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!

Benefits and Perks:

  • Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi
  • Paid Day off on your birthday with restaurant & retail discounts
  • Discounted mule rides
  • Summer Property Olympics
  • Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
  • Exclusive retail, lodging, and dining discounts at other Xanterra properties
  • Generous benefit program for eligible employees
  • 15% Verizon service/products discount
  • $350 Referral Bonus Program
  • The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities:

  • Catch and saddle designated mules and grain and groom mules while saddling.
  • Check equipment each day before saddling. Report any defective equipment to Livery Management.
  • Assist in keeping the barn and corral clean.
  • Assist with daily feeding of mules.
  • Put mules up according to procedures, and properly store saddles/tack.
  • Help load/unload guests onto mules at all load/unload points along the ride. Check equipment before loading guests at all points.
  • Always be aware of the string on the trail, pay close attention to riders, keep string together, and keep rider safety at the forefront at all times.
  • Provide interpretive information about the Grand Canyon throughout the ride.
  • Pay attention to trail conditions, pending weather conditions, trail hazards, and other trail users that may pose a danger to the mules and/or riders.
  • Communicate via two-way radio any accidents to mules or riders, and/or other important information.
  • Check all gear and make certain that such gear is equipped with all attachments, such as first aid emergency kits, and canteens.
  • Adhere to all safety, risk management, and environmental policies while performing tasks.
  • Overnight stays at Phantom Ranch may be required from time to time. Based on the mixed-gender nature of the trail crews and limited employee housing at the bottom of the Canyon, 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 will be expected to sleep in a co-ed bunk house. 
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • At least one year of experience handling horses or mules and proven equestrian skills.
  • Good verbal communication skills with the ability to give instructions to riders, and provide interpretive information about the Grand Canyon.
  • Must be able to become certified in CPR, and basic first aid.
  • Must have own saddle and tack.
  • Experience with, or ability to learn two-way radio communications.
  • Selected candidates will be required to take a student ride to Phantom Ranch to make sure they can handle the depth, heat, and terrain of the Canyon. The student ride will be free, but candidate travel expenses and lodging while here are not included.

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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