What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper (August Start Dates) - Glacier National Park position at Xanterra Travel Collection?
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 Lodging team in Glacier National Park!
At Glacier National Park Lodges, we depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, share our vision and work together to attain it, while our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. 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 Housekeepers to Live. Work. Explore. this fall!
Job Summary:
Responsible for cleaning assigned guest rooms and public areas, responding promptly to guest requests, and reporting maintenance issues.
The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: August through October 2025 (exact dates vary by location)
Pay: $14.60/hr tips
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)
Why Glacier 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 an authorized concessionaire in Glacier, and proud stewards of the park.
Life in Glacier:
- Employee housing (dormitory-style or shared cabin) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
- Free 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:
- Free Glacier National Park pass
- Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
- Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
- Planned employee trips and activities
- 15% Verizon service/products discount
- $350 Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities
- Clean all guest rooms and public areas as assigned.
- Respond quickly to guest requests in a friendly and professional manner.
- Identify and report preventative or other maintenance issues in guest rooms or public areas.
- Completed guest rooms will be inspected by Room Inspector or Housekeeping Manager prior to occupancy. May be required to return to guest room to meet housekeeping standards.
- Make sure Personal Protective Equipment is being followed at all times.
- Follow Company and departmental environmental practices, safety practices, and policies and procedures.
- Willing to undertake any other tasks.
Qualifications
- Must be organized and detail-oriented to ensure quality expectations and standards are met.
- Can speak with others using clear and professional language.
- Must be willing and able to support housekeeping team to reach common goals and deadlines.
- Ability to clean 12-14 guest rooms per shift.
Physical Requirements include:
- Lifting/carrying up to 60 pounds as needed throughout the day. Constant lifting and carrying of supplies and linens throughout the shift.
- Frequent walking up and down stairs, carrying linens throughout the shift.
- Making beds, bending, kneeling, stretching, and reaching as needed for up to 8 hours per shift.
- Standing for long periods of time, frequent walking up and down stairs, as well as in outdoor areas sporadically throughout the shift.
- Pushing a hotel cart or cabin cart up to 50-75 pounds as needed.
- Working safely with required chemicals.
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.
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