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Ranch Jobs: Wanted - Farrier/Blacksmith at The Grand Canyon - Arizona #215874
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Posted by: XanterraJobs [see other ads by this poster]
City: Grand Canyon Village [see other ads in this city]
State: Arizona [see other ads in this state]
Job Title: Farrier/Blacksmith
Employer: Grand Canyon National Park Lodges
Salary: $18.90 per hour when not shoeing and $52.00 per mule when shoeing
Room & Board: Available
Phone #: 3036003400
Description:
APPLY: https://www.xanterrajobs.com/xanterra-home/jobs/39600?lang=en-us



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.







We’re 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!



Responsibilities



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.



Qualifications



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



APPLY: https://www.xanterrajobs.com/xanterra-home/jobs/39600?lang=en-us



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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