Jeep Excursion Guide

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Alaska; On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Single Room Housing

Tips included

End of season bonus

Job summary

Denali Jeep Excursions in Alaska seeks an enthusiastic Jeep Excursion Guide to lead a 4-hour driving tour, engage guests, and promote exploration at stopping points.

You will pick up guests, drive in varied conditions, share knowledge of Denali wildlife and landscape, maintain vehicle safety, and contribute to a memorable wilderness experience. CPR/First Aid certified and clean MVR preferred; seasonal housing provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safe driving record (MVR).
• Ability to lead tours and engage diverse guests.
• Comfort with outdoor conditions in Alaska.

Responsibilities

• Establish a relationship with each guest and tour group for clear communication.
• Adapt to guest needs and deliver information confidently.
• Lead a 4-hour driving tour and promote exploration at stopping points.
• Engage guests with stories and knowledge of Denali while on tour.
• Immerse yourself in Denali and continually develop outdoor skills.
• Demonstrate teamwork and self-discipline, guiding solo or with a partner.
• Ensure a clean and safe operation after tours and assist with maintenance.
• Assist with Jeep rental fleet operations and pickup/drop-off of guests.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

MVR driving

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Denali Jeep Excursions

Jeep Excursion Guide

$15.00 - $17.00 / hour + tips

Denali!

For you, trekking outdoors isn't just a weekend hobby, it's a way of life. You find yourself most at home in nature and are constantly inviting friends and newbies on your next adventure. At Denali Jeep Excursions, you can use your skills and your passion to create the summer of a lifetime! Denali is a once-in-a-lifetime vacation and guests deserve to have a professional, knowledgeable guide help them navigate the Denali wilderness. There are so many ways to experience Denali but our unique challenge is to cover a massive, rugged area in limited time. We use Jeep Wranglers to comfortably transport our guests to some of the most photographic sights along the Denali Highway, including the Great One, Denali.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Establish a relationship with each guest and tour group that will foster strong communication throughout the tour.

Understand who your guests are and their needs so that you can sympathize and provide the appropriate level of direction. Adapt to each group and be intentional about your delivery.

Lead a 4 hour driving tour and promote exploration at stopping points.

Captivate your audience by pulling facts and stories from your wealth of outdoors knowledge to engage and teach your tour group.

Immerse yourself in Denali and continue to learn and develop your outdoor skills.

Display self-discipline and cooperative teamwork as you guide alone or with a partner.

Demonstrate pride in your work and attention to detail. As a guide, you understand that your attitude sets the tone for the entire tour and that after the tour, clean up and preparations are vital for smooth, professional operations.

Work with the Jeep rental fleet and assist with rental operations.

Pickup guests at their hotels prior to each tour and drop them off after tour completion.

Clean Jeeps and transportation vehicles after each tour and perform basic maintenance.

Required Qualifications:

Desire to live and enjoy a relatively remote area of Alaska for about 4.5 months.

Ability to drive for 4-6 hours a day, with the majority of the time spent with guests.

Ability to drive in darkness and in all weather conditions. (snow, rain, and sun)

Positive attitude while working in the elements and with all personalities.

Strong communication skills and even better people skills.

Must have a "Safety First" mentality rather than an "Adventure First" attitude.

Ability to think calmly and critically in high-stress situations.

Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work a mix of morning and evening tours.

Must be willing and able to assist in maintenance as needed.

Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

First Aid and CPR certified.

Preferred Qualifications:

2-5 years experience working in customer service.

Experience working in seasonal tourism a major plus.

Familiarity with Denali National Park history, landscape and wildlife.

Prior visitation to Alaska.

Pay: $17 ($15 hourly base wage + $2 per hour end of season bonus) + TIPS (tips will add at least $4-8/hour)

Single Room Housing

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