Transportation Manager

Overview

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 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 Transportation Manager to Live. Work. Explore. at the south rim of the Grand Canyon!

Job Summary:

The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: Starting at $57,000/Annually

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:

• Low-cost employee housing (dormitory-style) and 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
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Assist all guests, internal and external, in a polite and professional manner and in accordance with Grand Canyon National Park Lodges Mission and Core Values.
• Interview and select staff to fill vacancies within the tour bus unit, including dispatchers, tour bus drivers, and taxi/shuttle drivers.
• Maintain driver files and vehicle records in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Work closely with the related areas to effectively schedule the taxi/shuttle and tour bus staff to meet business demands as well as the budget/plan requirements.
• Work cooperatively with the Automotive Service Manager to schedule maintenance and repairs for the taxi/shuttle and tour bus fleet.
• Submit accurate and timely financial reports and passenger counts.
• Work with the Interpretive Trainer Specialist to provide the required training of the taxi/shuttle and tour bus staff.
• Train and monitor taxi/shuttle and tour bus driver performance to ensure compliance with DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations.
• Assist with compiling annual rate comparisons and submittals for the purpose of increased profit and proper revenue management.
• Monitor employee performance to provide support, corrective action, and annual performance reviews with the staff.
• Assist in the development and management of the department financial plan.
• Comply with the Grand Canyon National Park Lodges Driver Safety Program.
• Act as a company representative for matters related to the taxi/shuttle and the tour bus fleet operations.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License with a passenger and air brake endorsement.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment to prioritize and manage time effectively while managing multiple projects and requests.
• Strong organizational skills with emphasis on ability to properly schedule staff.
• Previous supervisory experience in a transportation services environment with strong knowledge of DOT and FMSCA regulations and requirements.
• Previous experience training drivers and dispatchers in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Strong computer and accounting skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively produce and distribute information to the staff, within the property and to our business partners.
• Willingness to fill in and conduct tours as needed, as well as taxi/shuttle and dispatch shifts.
• Ability to work a varied schedule to include weekends and holidays.

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.