Cruise Boat First Mate

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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, FREE Employee housing, an easy and affordable meal plan, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service – our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

• Paid SICK time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development

Provide interpretation for guests about the park. Assist the Captain in all normal cruise boat operations and maintenance functions. Maintain complete working knowledge of all safety and emergency procedures. Maintain and clean cruise boats on a daily/weekly basis. Act as a backup cruise boat operator in case of incapacitation of Captain. Perform other duties as assigned by Cruise boat captain and Marina Manager.

• Starting Wage: $18.25/hr
• Employment Type:
  
  Summer Seasonal 2026
• Shift Type:
  Full Time
• Minimum Age:
  At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

• Must be knowledgeable of park resources and provide the interpretation/narration as directed by the boat captain.
• Inspect and clean inside and outside of the assigned cruise boat each morning, especially windows. Report all exceptions and problems to the Captain.
• Check the level of all engine fluids daily. Log results in maintenance log.
• Check all bilges, bilge pumps, strainers, and electronics daily.
• Check all safety equipment for condition/operation daily.
• Dump all trash containers regularly.
• Assist in the loading/unloading of passengers.
• Assist in the docking of the cruise boat.
• Assist passengers and present a professional appearance and attitude during the cruise.
• Assist the Chef(s) in the daily serving of Elk Island meals.
• Assist the Captain in the re-fueling of the Cruise Boat.
• Check engine compartment and cabin bilge thoroughly for any leaks or abnormalities. Report irregularities to the Captain.
• Assist in maintenance activities associated with cruise boat operations including boats, docks, and Elk Island equipment.
• Maintain a detailed knowledge of all emergency procedures. Skills include but are not limited to Fire procedure, “man overboard” procedure, radio communications, passenger medical emergency and fuel spill procedures.
• Develop and maintain the skill required to execute all emergency procedures with or without the assistance of the Captain. This would include the operation and docking of the boat if necessary.
• Demonstrate all emergency operation skills during monthly training and testing of these skills. These training sessions to be conducted by a licensed Captain.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Current First Aid, CPR and AED certification from an accredited agency current within the last year.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol test and random drug tests per USGC.
• Complete comfort in public speaking.
• Previous experience with Public Speaking.

• FREE Dormitory Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites.
• FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park.
• FREE Participation in guest activities:
  Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks!
• FREE Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment.
• 40% retail discounts plus online Pro Deals.
• 20% grocery and restaurant discounts.
• $112/week Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day…