Seasonal Tour Guides

Position Type: Seasonal - Summer 2019

Shaking up the local industry by creating a team-focused, service-centric experience for both our teammates and guests. Having begun operations in 2011, Stampede Excursions provides adventure tours near Denali National Park, Alaska.

The tour operates three times a day (morning, afternoon, and evening) from mid-May through mid-September, lasts about 3.5 hours, and is fully narrated by driver-guides. In addition, the company offers other adventures including those by air and operates a visitor center style sales office in the heart of Denali.

Denali is situated between Anchorage and Fairbanks on the George Parks Highway and the Alaska Railroad. This means each member of our team is hired as a Tour Support Teammate and may serve in different roles such as a Guest Service Represtative, Shuttle Driver, or Tour Guide depending on current operational demands.

Deliver a well-researched, narrated tour of the local area and backcountry sights to include facts about Denali National Park, flora and fauna, and a history of the Stampede Trail.

Safely and skillfully operate 4x4 vans and 6x6 military on/off-road vehicles through a variety of road and trail conditions.

Possess excellent customer service skills and interact with travelers of all demographics from all over the world.

Ability to prepare and serve a picnic-style snack in the wilderness utilizing a propane grill or similar equipment.

Pick up and drop off guests at area hotels while developing positive relationships through interaction with hotel and resort staff.

Assist in maintaing trail, vehicles, facilities, and equpiment.

Addtional duties as assigned which may include, but are not limited to, shuttle driving and guest service office shifts.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

High mechanical aptitude and ability to use most hand tools and equipment.

Ability to pass pre-employment and/or random drug testing.

Ability to conform to and follow appearance and uniform guidelines including limitations on hair color, piercings, and tattoos.

Sales or customer service background, especially in the tourism or hospitality industries.

Documented First Aid training, preferably Wilderness First Responder, EMT, or equivalent certification.

Experience and interest in outdoors/wilderness/backcountry settings.

Ability to speak other languages in addition to English.

Willingness to take on additional responsibilities to include basic mechanical work on vehicles and equipment, sales/customer service duties, and assisting the team with other facets of the business.

This position pays $11.50 per hour plus earned tips from tours.

How to Apply: Our online application will give you the option to apply for this role.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.

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