Employee Shuttle Driver - Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Retail team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial!

Located in the beautiful Black Hills region of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is open year-round and operates retail shops and a variety dining outlets serving convenient grab-and-go meals and coffee. 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 an Employee Shuttle Driver to Live. Work. Explore. this summer!

Job Summary:
Drives transport vehicle to and from assigned destinations to move staff and goods for the concession; works in Stockroom as assigned.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: May 7th to October 18th, 2026
Pay: $15.05/hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Mount Rushmore National Memorial?
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 Mount Rushmore, and proud stewards of the park.

Life in Mount Rushmore:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• 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:

• Black Hills VIP Training Pass discounts for local attractions
• Retail, lodging and travel discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 referral bonus program
• No state income tax deductions in South Dakota

Responsibilities

• Shuttle service specifically for Xanterra employees.
• Drives vehicle, most of the time a 12-passenger van, from individual or central loading area to dormitory, or other destination according to assigned schedule.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and fueled. Notify maintenance when the vehicle is in need of service or repair.
• When in between shuttle runs, will unpacks, tags and back stocks incoming merchandise in accordance with standard operating procedure.
• Must follow all safety guidelines, including but not limited to posted speed limits, all passengers wear safety belts, use of proper turn signals, and park in designated spot.
• Follow Company and departmental environmental and safety practices, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience driving a larger vehicle, preferably transporting people from one location to another.
• Possession of a valid US driver's license and clean driving record in the last 3 years.
• Ability to drive at night.
• Demonstrated ability to keep on time with a defined schedule.
• Willing to "pitch-in" and help the team with tasks.
• Must be a positive team player with flexible schedules who like to have fun and have the passion to work.

Physical Requirements include:

• Constantly sit and reach outward.
• Frequently walk, and handling.
• Occasionally stand, reach above shoulder, climbing, crawling, squatting/kneeling, bending, lifting/carrying 10-50 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 12-40 pounds.

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.