ATV/Snowmachine Guide

At Borealis Basecamp, we are dedicated to providing the best customer service in Alaska to our guests. We are an experiential destination just outside of Fairbanks, where guests from all over the world gather to watch the northern lights and experience Alaska’s beauty. We seek dedicated, friendly, energetic people who enjoy interacting with guests from all over the world to join our team.  

You will be leading guests into the wilderness and through our trail systems by safely navigating the terrain and obstacles. Assist guests with how to operate a ATV's and snow machines and briefing guests on safety information for all machines. Entertain guests by informing them on the sights they are seeing and fun facts about the area. Answer guest questions. Make judgement calls to maintain the safety of our guests and machines. Wash, dry, fuel, and park snowmachines, ATVs, and UTVs. Perform maintenance on trails. Efficiently pack guide bags and perform regular inventory on fuel levels and consumables.

Job Requirements:

• The ability to hold a conversation with a stranger for several minutes is a crucial part of this position.

• Demonstrated experience riding ATV’s and ability to stay calm in an emergency required.

• Ability to lift a snowmachine if it gets stuck.

• Must be highly personable and willing to provide great customer service.

• High school diploma or GED preferred. WFR required.

• Willingness to work in the outdoors in Arctic climate is crucial.

• Ability to stand on feet for up to 8 hours a day.

• Any and all duties as assigned.  

• High level situation awareness

End of Season Bonus: A $1.50 per hour bonus is paid for every hour worked through the season to staff that finish the season. End of season bonus is NOT paid to staff that leave prior to the end of season date of April 12th.  

Room and Board: $400 per month. Each room is double or triple occupancy. Common areas with TV, Wifi, computers, dining area, and exercise space. Private bathrooms & laundry facilities.  We have a staff chef that prepares lunch & dinner, with breakfast being a self serve continental breakfast of oatmeal, cereal, fruits, etc.