Jeep Guide - 2027 Season

Denali Park Adventures; Alaska; Sur place; USD 29 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Denali Park Adventures is seeking a tour guide to lead 4-hour driving tours through Denali's rugged landscapes. You will engage guests with outdoor knowledge, share stories, and ensure safety and enjoyment during each stop.

The role requires a strong emphasis on guest relations, the ability to work with varying personalities, and a willingness to handle maintenance tasks and vehicle prep between tours.

Qualifications

• Clear MVR required.
• Must be 23 or older.
• Desire to live in remote Alaska for ~4.5 months.
• Ability to drive 4–6 hours daily with guests.
• Drive in all weather conditions (snow, rain, sun).
• Positive attitude in the elements and with varied personalities.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Safety-first mentality is mandatory.
• Ability to stay calm and think clearly under stress.
• Willing to assist in vehicle maintenance and tours.

Responsabilités

• Establish relationships with guests and tour groups for clear communication.
• Lead a 4-hour driving tour and coordinate stops for exploration.
• Engage guests with stories and local knowledge.
• Guide solo or with a partner, maintaining safety and professionalism.
• Assist in Jeep rental operations and vehicle upkeep.
• Pickup guests from hotels and drop off after tours.

Connaissances

Strong communication

People skills

Safety-first mindset

Calm under pressure

Flexible scheduling

Formation

First Aid and CPR certification

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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:

• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• 23 or older to qualify for our insurance policy.
• 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.
• 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)