Tailor/Alteration Specialist - Yellowstone National Park

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Lodging 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 Tailor you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day administrative functions that keep the park running smoothly.

Job Summary:

Tailors are responsible for hemming ripped garments, making adjustments, and assisting in the Uniform Room with handing out uniforms to incoming employees. 

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Season Dates: March 2027 to October 2027
Pay: $19.25/hour

• Manages incoming telephone calls, passing messages and taking action as appropriate
• Completes required uniform tracking forms promptly and accurately according to laundry procedures. Enters uniform issue data into a computerized database according to laundry procedures
• Repairs damaged clothing and uniforms, including hand and machine sewing, replacement of buttons and zippers, and other repairs as needed
• Performs minor alterations, including hemming pants and sleeves
• Operates sewing machines and hand irons
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area according to laundry policy
• Assists with uniform inventories, laundry operations, and special projects as assigned
• Other duties as assigned on-site

• Ability to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately. 
• Business communication skills, including professional telephone manner and clear, concise, and professional written communication.
• Organizational skills including the ability to work with items in queue, managing sewing supplies, and prioritizing and scheduling tasks.
• Mechanical ability, including the ability to operate and make routine adjustments to a sewing machine and associated equipment.

Physical Requirements include:

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching outward and above the shoulder for up to 6 hours per shift.
• Repetitive motion of arms, wrist, and hands for up to 7 hours per shift.
• Requires occasional climbing, crawling, and squatting/kneeling up to 3 hours per shift.
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 35 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to wear hearing protection up to 3 hours per shift.
• Able to sit at a sewing machine for up to 4 hours at a time.

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.