CARSON CITY, Nev. – Join THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride crew in Carson City this 2021 holiday season with varied open staff positions. After taking a year off due to the pandemic, the railway is now hiring for this immersive family-oriented experience at Eastgate Depot, beginning Nov. 18, 2021, and continuing through Dec. 24, 2021. The V&T Railway Commission is set to host interviews Fri., Nov 5, at Eastgate Depot in Carson City.
The following paid positions are now open. Applicants may expect to commit to a minimum of 10 nights of the 23-night event and are subject to background check.
PARKING ATTENDANT SUPERVISOR
One per night
Pay: $125 per night (average of $20 per hour)
The Parking Attendant Supervisor is the first person passengers meet when arriving to ride The Polar Express™. The supervisor oversees onsite paid parking at the Eastgate Depot, where passengers may either pre-purchase their parking spaces online or purchase any available spaces upon arrival. The supervisor is responsible for greeting passengers in their vehicles at the premises entrance, verifying pre-purchases, monitoring the number of available spaces at any given time, and selling any available spaces to those who have not pre-purchased. Once the lot is full, the supervisor is responsible for redirecting passengers to a designated offsite parking lot. A friendly but firm demeanor is a must.
PARKING ATTENDANT
Two per night
Pay: $90 per night (average of $15 per hour)
Parking attendants direct parking lot traffic at the Eastgate Depot. Equipped with reflective vests and brightly colored flags, the attendants guide passengers to their parking spots, look out for the safety of pedestrians and provide helpful information to passengers. The attendants also coordinate with the Parking Attendant Supervisor to monitor the number of available parking spaces at any given time. Parking attendants need an attentive eye and plenty of smiles and welcoming waves for our passengers.
RETAIL SUPERVISOR
One per night
Pay: $125 per night (average of $20 per hour)
The Polar Express™ Retail Shop gives passengers the chance to commemorate their ride with lots of fun gifts and souvenirs. The Retail Supervisor oversees the retail shop and ensures passengers receive top-notch customer service and lots of Christmas cheer. The supervisor manages a small Retail Attendant team who together track inventory, restock items, and assist passengers with selecting the perfect gift. The Retail Supervisor must have a friendly and helpful demeanor and be comfortable handling money.
RETAIL ATTENDANTS
Two per night
Pay: $90 per night (average of $15 per hour)
The Polar Express™ Retail Shop gives passengers the chance to commemorate their ride with lots of fun gifts and souvenirs. Retail Attendants ensure passengers receive top-notch customer service and lots of Christmas cheer as they visit the Retail Shop. Working with the Retail Supervisor, the small retail team tracks inventory, restocks items, and assists passengers with selecting the perfect gift while ensuring that all gifts are paid for before leaving the shop. Retail Attendants must have a friendly and helpful demeanor.
TICKETING ATTENDANT
One per night
Pay: $90 per night (average of $15 per hour)
Be a part of the excitement as passengers receive their Golden Ticket to board The Polar Express™! Ticketing Attendants join our team in the ticketing office, welcoming passengers and providing them with helpful information as they prepare to board the train. Ticketing Attendants must have an eye for detail and efficiency as well as a friendly and welcoming demeanor.
HOT CHOCOLATE ATTENDANTS
Volunteer Position
No trip on The Polar Express™ is complete without a delicious cup of hot chocolate. Hot Chocolate attendants will ensure every passenger receives a warm, chocolatey cup of Christmas spirit as they prepare for their journey to the North Pole. Attendants should have a friendly demeanor and lots of Christmas cheer to share.
Interested applicants may email availability and resumes to Allyson Bolton at admin@vtrailway.com.
Additionally, the V&T Railway Commission is seeking youth organizations to be a part of the magic at the “North Pole” location of the event. Youth groups (at least 8-12 individuals) ages 9+ may play the part of Santa “elves” and will earn $100 per night for their group. Interested groups may contact Carla Wilson at cw3595@outlook.com or at (775) 781-0664.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit vtrailway.com or call 833-RAILSNV. For the latest updates on V&T Railway, follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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About V&T Railway
V&T Railway, located in Carson City, Nev., is a state funded, historical railroad that invites guests of any age to enjoy a journey into rich Nevada history while traveling through Nevada’s “wild west” Virginia Mountain Range. With reconstruction efforts beginning in the early 1990’s, the state set up a commission to rebuild the line, operating today as the Nevada Commission for the Reconstruction of the V&T Railway. Since inception, the Commission has restored 16-miles of track from Gold Hill into the Carson River Canyon, giving the railway the opportunity for more diverse trains. The rail continues to operate its regular season from May through mid-October, with fully narrated roundtrip train rides from Carson City to Virginia City offering scenic routes and historic sites. The train also features various special events including Toast of the Canyon wine trains and the wildly popular Polar Express. For more information, visit online, connect through Facebook and Instagram or call 833-RAILSNV.
