Facilities Maintenance Technician - Mount Rushmore National Memorial

We’re excited to hire and welcome team members to our national park locations! Xanterra Travel Collection® is a private company that provides concession services within national parks. All services operated by Xanterra, including lodging, dining, retail, and tour operations, are currently open and continue to operate as planned for the 2025 summer season. Any potential government layoffs within the National Park Service do not impact our positions or job offers.

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Maintenance team in 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 Facilities Maintenance Technician to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:Helps keeps premises of concession building, dormitory, or other assigned buildings in clean and orderly condition.

The Details:Position Type: Full-time, year-round

Start Date: ASAPPay: $19.15 per 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

15% Verizon service/products discount

$350 Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining various buildings and employee housing.

Assist on various work orders that include, but are not limited to:

Interior and exterior painting

Unclogging drains and troubleshooting other plumbing issues

Replacing air filters and conducting routine inspections of hvac related systems

Changing lightbulbs

Trouble shooting vacuums and repair if necessary

Hang items on the wall

Patch holes on the walls

Complete caulking projects

Notify Maintenance Manager of need for larger repairs or service or if it relates to electrical and hvac.

Assist with various setup and tear down, which includes moving tables, chairs, etc.

During the peak season would assist with power washing outdoor assigned areas.

During the off season would assist with snow and ice removal from walkways and parking areas.

During the off season may be assigned to clean the public spaces, including restrooms, patio and dining room.

Restock various bathroom supplies and notify manager when reorder may be needed.

Empty wastebaskets and transport trash and waste to disposal area.

Transport tools and other items from storage to different departments.

Assist with fleet vehicle maintenance.

Follow Company and departmental environmental and safety practices, policies, and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

At least 5 years previous building maintenance experience.

Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record in the last 3 years.

Ability to troubleshoot a variety of mechanical items and think critically.

Ability to make repairs within scope and training.

Must have attention to the details.

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

Physical Requirements include:

Constantly walking and standing.

Frequently handling, reaching outward, reaching above shoulder, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, bending, lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 40 pounds.

Occasionally sitting, lifting/carrying over 50 pounds and pushing/pulling 41-100 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.

Full-Time Year-Round