Alaska Backcountry Guide — Lead Glacier & Adventure Trips

Kenai Backcountry Adventures; Alaska; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff housing

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Kenai Backcountry Adventures seeks backcountry guides for Alaska's summer season in Seward, AK. This full-time seasonal role offers a chance to lead hikes, glacier trips, rafting, and multi-day expeditions while ensuring guest safety and memorable wilderness experiences.

We value attitude, safety, growth, and authentic adventure, with training and development opportunities throughout the season. Housing options may be available for staff.

Qualifications

• WFR certification required by start date.
• Excellent communication and professionalism.
• Strong physical fitness and ability to hike long distances.
• Reliable, coachable, team-oriented attitude.
• Comfort working long days in variable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead wilderness and mountain hikes and guide glacier trips.
• Guide rafting trips on the Kenai Peninsula.
• Support or lead ice climbing programs and heli-hiking operations.
• Manage guest safety, communication, and experience.
• Assist with gear prep, logistics and field operations.

Skills

strong communication

physical fitness

hiking with pack

team-oriented

customer safety awareness

long days endurance

Education

Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification

Job description

Kenai Backcountry Adventures seeks backcountry guides for Alaska's summer season in Seward, AK. This full-time seasonal role offers a chance to lead hikes, glacier trips, rafting, and multi-day expeditions while ensuring guest safety and memorable wilderness experiences.

We value attitude, safety, growth, and authentic adventure, with training and development opportunities throughout the season. Housing options may be available for staff.