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AMN Healthcare

Pathology Physician

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

$139.68 - $151.20/day

The spectacular caverns must be seen to be believed are a significant tourist draw for the city. In addition to the caverns, the nearby Guadalupe Mountains National Park offers yet even more ...

AMN Healthcare

Pathology Physician

Carlsbad, NM

$139.68 - $151.20/hr

The spectacular caverns must be seen to be believed are a significant tourist draw for the city. In addition to the caverns, the nearby Guadalupe Mountains National Park offers yet even more ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for caverns in the United States is $10.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.10 and $11.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Caverns job typically involves working in underground cave systems, either as a tour guide, maintenance worker, or conservation specialist. Responsibilities may include leading visitors through the caverns, ensuring safety protocols, preserving geological formations, and performing upkeep tasks. Some positions may also involve scientific research or educational outreach.

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To thrive as a Cavern Guide, you need in-depth knowledge of geology, environmental science, and history, often supported by specialized training or certifications in cave guiding or outdoor leadership. Familiarity with safety equipment, cave navigation tools, and first aid certification are typically required. Excellent communication skills, group leadership, and a calm demeanor are important for engaging visitors and ensuring safety. These skills ensure a positive and educational experience for guests while maintaining strict safety standards in potentially challenging environments.

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A typical day for a Cavern Guide includes preparing safety equipment, leading groups through the cavern on educational tours, and sharing insights about geological formations and local history. Guides often conduct safety briefings, answer visitor questions, and monitor the group’s wellbeing throughout the tour. The job also involves collaborating with maintenance teams to ensure trails are safe and may require assisting in conservation efforts. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to engage with diverse groups of people while working in a unique and adventurous environment.

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Infographic showing various Caverns job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $21,999 per year, or $10.6 per hour.

Cafe Associate

Carlsbad Caverns Trading Company LLC

Carlsbad, NM

$15/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Carlsbad Caverns Trading Company, (CCTC), located in the splendor of the Chihuahuan Desert in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, is seeking café associates and cashiers to join our talented culinary team in providing exceptional food and customer service to the visitors of the Park.
You’ll spend your time working in the beauty of this national treasure alongside talented team members committed to protecting the environment and providing extraordinary hospitality to visitors from around the world.
Enjoy competitive pay and benefits!!!
CCTC does provide a free employee shuttle to and from the Park on a daily basis.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Willing to be trained in, and perform, all cafe duties including: cashiering, food prep and service, inventory, stocking, cleaning, etc.
  • Be a strong contributor to a teamwork environment and consistently adhere to scheduled work shifts
  • Represent the company in a professional manner according to company policy
  • Follow all company procedures with no deviation
  • Adept with cash handling and operating the point of sale registers in a professional and honest manner
  • Greet all guests with a smile and maintain a positive attitude at all times
  • Willing to uphold the highest values of honesty and integrity

Position Requirements:
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment involving frequent squatting, bending, twisting and lifting up to 40 lbs. and spending up to 8 hours per day standing
  • Excellent customer service and people skills
  • Ability to work a variety of day, night, weekend and holiday shifts up to 40 hours per week
  • Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to meet and/or exceed customer service expectations

Knowledge and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • POS and Cafe prep and service experience preferred
  • Customer Service experience (Minimum 1 year)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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