Winter 2026 Historic Preservation Carpenters - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

Discover the magic of Yellowstone's winter season!

Love snow, magical scenery, and fewer crowds? Join us at Yellowstone National Park this winter! Live. Work. Explore. in the serene wonderland with a tight-knit employee community, enjoy unique activities like skiing and snowshoeing, and provide warm hospitality to our guests.

We're hiring Historic Preservation Carpenters for Gardiner, MT. Experience the "secret season" of Yellowstone – an unforgettable winter adventure awaits!

Job Summary:

The Engineering/Maintenance team is responsible for opening properties prior to guest arrival, maintenance and repair during the season and closing properties at the end of the season. Historic Preservation Carpenters will perform carpentry assessments, preventative maintenance and repairs/replacements of new and/or existing building systems. Historic Preservation Crafts-persons(s) are responsible for quality craftsmanship work on Historic Buildings and equipment.

The Details:

Position Type: Seasonal

Season Dates: December 2025 - March 2026

Pay: $21.25/hour - $23.45/hour

Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Yellowstone National Park?

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 Yellowstone, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Yellowstone:

Employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at low cost

Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included

No Wyoming state taxes deducted from your paycheck

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:

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Learning and Development Program

Perks:

Free Yellowstone National Park pass

Employee Recreation Program (photo contest, gear rentals, seminars, ski trips, and more)

Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.

Employee discounts at local gateway communities

100+ miles of cross-country ski trails (both groomed and skier tracked)

Outdoor ice skating rinks

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

$350 Referral Bonus Program

The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

Performs carpentry assessments, preventative maintenance, repairs and replacements of structural, building envelope, flooring, cabinetry and other wood building systems and components.

Accountable for proper and accurate documentation of labor & materials for work performed in accordance with established company procedures.

Provide assistance in the seasonal opening/closing of facilities.

Responsible for the performance and continuous improvement of preventive maintenance procedures for wooden systems and components.

Ensures proper work methods and products are used on historic as well as non-historic structures.

Advise the Location Maintenance Manager on the need for, and prioritizing carpentry related capital improvement projects.

Responsible for quality craftsmanship work through assigned work orders and tasks assigned while complying with all current and related codes and regulations.

Qualifications

Aptitude required to complete common carpentry repairs.

Proficient in the operation and use of common carpentry equipment and tools.

General knowledge of OSHA requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.

Ability to read, understand and comply with all company policies and procedures.

Capable of and willing to advance his or her carpentry knowledge and expertise through on-the-job training and self-study.

Must be at least 19 years old and have valid driver’s license; good driving record required.

Physical Requirements include:

This position may require the use of respiratory protection and will require compliance with applicable regulations.

Ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders in all types of weather conditions.

Capable of lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Possess physical stamina to withstand heavy labor related work in an outside environment.

Standing, bending, kneeling, crawling, for extended periods of time are required.

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.