FarrierBlacksmith Grand Canyon South Rim

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

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels 7 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.

Were hiring a Blacksmith to Live. Work. Explore. at the south rim of the Grand Canyon!

Job Summary:
Conduct Farrier/Blacksmith operations.

The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time Year-Round
Pay: $18.90 per hour when not shoeing and $52.00 per mule when shoeing
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours 5 days per week (may include weekends evenings and holidays)

Housing: Eligible for a private studio apartment; $267/month payroll-deducted

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:

• 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:

• Medical Dental Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs

Perks:

• Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
• Rec Center Fitness Equipment Computers and Free WiFi
• Paid Day off on your birthday
• Discounted mule rides
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
• Retail Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

• Responsible for all appropriate blacksmith duties primarily the shoeing of mules.
• Achieve average of 5-6 mules shod per day 25-30 per week.
• Maintain the blacksmith shop in a clean safe and orderly fashion.
• Adhere to all safety and risk management policies and procedures.
• Wear all personal protective equipment required for the position.
• Maintain supply levels for blacksmith shop.
• Responsible for security of blacksmith shop including fire safety.
• 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.

• Zero to three years minimum experience shoeing stock (manually).
• Must have own tools.

Physical Requirements:

Constantly: Sit handle reach lift/carry up to 50lbs push/pull up to 40lbs

Frequently: Stand walk reach squat/kneel bend lift/carry up to 100lbs push/pull up to 100lbs

Occasionally: Climb crawl lift/carry over 100lbs

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.