Driver Guide

Huna Totem Corporation; Klawock (AK); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus for successful completion of employment agreement

Increase pay for performance

Job summary

A Native-owned tourism company in Klawock, Alaska, seeks a Driver Guide responsible for transporting guests and delivering engaging interpretive experiences. Successful candidates will have excellent driving skills and strong communication abilities, ensuring guests feel safe and welcomed. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and knowledge of local history and culture. This position offers a seasonal contract with a competitive wage and bonuses based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driving license.
• Willingness to learn a Tlingit Introduction is necessary.
• Ability to work in harsh weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport guests while providing engaging commentary.
• Ensure passenger comfort and safety at all times.
• Follow pre-determined tour routes and schedules.

Skills

Valid driving license and excellent driving skills

Adequate knowledge or willingness to learn about Tlingit culture

Good customer service skills

Good verbal communication and presentation skills

Ability to learn and manage tour timings

Job description

Driver Guide

Category: Seasonal

Salary: $20/hour

Bonus: $200/month for successful completion of your employment agreement. The bonus is dependent on terms of your seasonal availability and performance/attendance, up to $1,000 total. Employees who do not complete the entire term of their employment agreement will not be eligible for any part of the incentive/bonus.

Position Summary

The Driver Guide is responsible for safely transporting guests while delivering engaging, informative, and memorable interpretive experiences. Driver Guides serve as both drivers and storytellers, sharing knowledge about the local environment, wildlife, history, and culture of Klawock and Prince of Wales Island.

This role requires excellent driving skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional hospitality. Driver Guides play an essential role in ensuring every guest feels safe, welcomed, and inspired during their visit. Guides are cross‑trained for all tours and may be asked to adjust their assigned schedule as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles while transporting guests on scheduled excursions.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and well-being of all passengers at all times.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety protocols, and company driving policies.
• Provide engaging commentary throughout the tour, highlighting local history, culture, wildlife, and natural features.
• Share stories and insights that enhance the guest experience and create meaningful connections to the region.
• Answer guest questions with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide thoughtful service throughout the tour.
• Follow designated tour routes and schedules to maximize the guest experience.
• Coordinate with tour staff and dispatch to maintain smooth operations and avoid delays.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and report any mechanical or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and presentable vehicle interior and exterior.
• Adhere to all company policies, safety procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Maintain professional conduct and represent Klawock Island Ventures with integrity and pride.
• Promote Klawock Island Ventures (KIV) venues and merchandise.
• Participate in all required training.
• Maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Valid driving license and excellent driving skills
• Adequate knowledge or willingness to learn about Tlingit culture.
• Must be able to learn a Tlingit Introduction
• Knowledge of the local area (marine life, plants, animals, birds)
• Have good customer service skills.
• Show up on time, well groomed, in uniform and ready to work.
• Have good verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to learn, retain, and present excursion information to guests in an accurate manner.
• Ability to learn and manage tour timings.
• Must be able to follow instructions and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Must be willing to work in harsh weather conditions for extended periods of time and work varied shifts as well as weekends and holidays.

If interested, email [e-mail] with a summary of your experience and your contact information.

Klawock Island Ventures is a Native-owned and operated enterprise and offers Native Preference under P.L.93-638. Applicants must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

Ready for an exciting driving adventure? Apply today and be part of an unforgettable Alaskan experience!