Mule Packer Supervisor - Grand Canyon South Rim
$47,112–$47,112 year
On-siteGrand Canyon, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Oversee the preparation and delivery of groceries, duffels, and service items from the Rim to Phantom Ranch and other inner canyon locations. Supervise the safe and healthful use of mules, including health checks, shoeing, watering, feeding, and grooming. Provide continual training and evaluation of pack staff, conduct monthly safety talks, and manage equipment repairs and replacement. Assist with packer selection and work with Livery Management on performance reviews. Ensure staff adherence to safety, risk management, and environmental policies. Overnight stays at Phantom Ranch may be required, including co-ed bunk house accommodations.
Required Qualifications
- One-year previous supervisory experience
- Two years previous experience with mule or horse pack operations
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Experience with two-way radio communications use
- Ability to identify and correct potential health and/or safety problems with mules
- Have own saddle and tack
- Ability to handle extremes in weather and working conditions and exposure to outdoor conditions
- Possess physical agility and ability to stay in the saddle for upwards of five hours or more without dismounting
- Physical ability to handle lead line on the pack string
- Ability to supervise staff and provide detailed direction and supervision in area outside of traditional work setting
- Must be available for weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Must be able to stay in a co-ed bunk house at Phantom Ranch
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