Bridge Bay Marina Fishing Guide - Yellowstone National Park

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Bridge Bay Marina team in Yellowstone National Park!

Are you enthusiastic about hospitality, people, and beautiful places? By working at Yellowstone National Park, you will get all three! As a Fishing Guide, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day functions that keep the park running smoothly.

Job Summary: This position involves instructing guests on safety and fishing techniques, maintaining communication with shore stations, and providing information about Yellowstone's natural history. The role also requires maintaining the cleanliness of the vessel, managing passenger loads, and fostering positive relationships with coworkers, guests, and management.

The Details:

• Position Type:
  Seasonal
• Season Dates:
  Mid May 2026 to Mid September 2026
• Pay: $20.00/hourly
• 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
• All meals provided at low cost including breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• 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 & Grand Teton National Park pass
• Employee Recreation Program (recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, hiking, and more)
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Employee discounts at local gateway communities
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities:

• Conducts safe and lawful trips, ensuring passenger and crew safety in accordance with company and NPS (National Park Service) policies
• Provides safety instructions, maintains radio contact, and manages passenger loads and order
• Offers fishing guidance, including regulations, techniques, and equipment usage
• Shares accurate information about Yellowstone's history, geography, and geology, answering guest questions
• Maintains boat cleanliness, reports malfunctions, and handles fueling and securing of the vessel
• Assists in scenic cruise and rental boat operations as needed
• Completes required paperwork and maintains positive relationships with coworkers, NPS (National Park Service), and management

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old to operate a company boat
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with no high-risk violations in the past 3 years
• Must possess your own reliable form of transportation to get to and from work (3 miles from Lake Village dorms)
• Training provided for current CPR and 1st Aid certification
• Must pass written and practical seamanship examinations
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of assigned equipment
• Knowledge of safety, emergency, and life-saving procedures
• Knowledge of NPS (National Park Service) boating and fishing regulations
• Knowledge of weather patterns
• Knowledge of rules and procedures for use of marine band radio
• Public speaking and supervisory skills
• Knowledge of park geography, geology, and history focusing on the Lake area
• Must be able to instruct guests in fishing techniques to ensure the maximum possibility of success
• Knowledgeable of how to clean and/or filet fish
• Must be able to tie a proper Bowline and Cleat Hitch (Halyard) knot

Physical Requirements:

• Must possess a current DOT Physical
• Must be capable of lifting objects of up to 50 pounds
• Must be capable of bending, lifting, and standing throughout a 10+ hour shift
• Must have full function and usage of both hands
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (sun, rain, snow, etc.) for extended periods of time and provide proper attire for such weather conditions
• Must be able to work at elevations in excess of 7700 feet

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.