Current Job dates:
Currently recruiting for the season that runs from April 15th, 2025 to October 30th, 2025.
- Sled Dog Handlers will maintain guest safety and assist Mushers getting in and out of dog yards with sled dog teams.
- Each Sled Dog Handler is responsible for assisting Mushers in conducting safe tours.
- Sled Dog Handlers feed, water, clean and inspect dogs daily for general health and fitness.
- Sled Dog Handlers will work throughout the camp and dog yards to meet the needs of the day.
- You may be assigned different duties on any given day at the Camp Manager’s discretion.
- Cuddle puppies!!
- Must be able to legally work in the U.S.
- Valid CPR and First Aid
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
- Housing and Meals provided
- End of Season Bonus
- Season from the beginning of May to the end of September
- Public speaking to provide an informative talk to a large group of people
- Being assigned to ensure the care of 13 sled dogs in a competent and careful manner
- Training and working closely with Mushers
- Developing skills related to sled dogs and gaining experience driving the team
- Athletic ability preferred
- Entry level position with no experience necessary
- Mushers ensure that all assigned sled dogs are cared for in a competent and careful manner.
- Maintaining a clean dog yard and working closely with Handlers, Vet Techs and Camp Manager
- Provide a safe and informative tour for guests
- Ensure that the Company’s operations function to the established quality standards.
- Other duties as assigned by the Camp Manager
- Valid CPR and First Aid
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Legally able to work in the U.S.
- Must be able to pass a drug test (including marijuana)
- Greeting and helping guests on the van
- Driving guest from cruise ship dock to camp while providing a narrated tour
- Helping in camp with duties as assigned
- Expeditor errands for camp
- Requirements:
- Clean driving record
- Provide a current Department of Transportation (DOT) Health card
- Pass pre-employment and random drug test
- Valid CPR and First Aid certifications
- Must be able to lift 50lbs on a regular basis
- Confidently speaking while providing an informative talk to a large group of people
- Driving a dog sled around a short track for the sled dog demonstration
- Being assigned to ensure the care of 13 sled dogs in a competent and careful manner
- Training and working closely with the Handler to develop skills and assist with sled dogs
- Ensure that the Company’s operations function to the established quality standards
- Ensuring the maintenance of a superior working environment to provide safety to all employees and customers
- Photographing action shots of guests on carts
- Photo sales and accounting
- Sled Dog Handler duties as assigned
- Assists in the kitchen as needed
- Cuddle puppies!!
- Must be able to legally work in the U.S.
- Valid CPR and First Aid
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
- Must be able to pass a drug test (including marijuana)
- Must have excellent customer service skills
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Veterinary Technician will maintain inventory in all camps and vet locations Including ordering and stocking needed Veterinary supplies.
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Vet Techs will go to Gold Rush's sister company Alaska Icefield Expeditions as well as Summer Camp on a regular basis. Weekly assignment as weather allows. They will visit each dog yard and provide comments and communication to the Camp Manager/ Management/ and Company Veterinarian for each visit.
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Communications include health and wellbeing of the individual dogs specifically along with their treatment plans and who is assigned the care . They will also comment on precautions in place for females in heat, dog houses, level yards, any dogs with a low BCS. Photos will be included in all reports.
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The Veterinary Technician will evaluate and address any concerns brought to their attention by the Camp Manager.
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Musher(s) will report each issue or concern to the Camp Manager and if said concern is deemed necessary for consultation, the Veterinary Technician will then be called upon to make further evaluation and obtain treatment plan in conjunction with the company vet. They will communicate the plan verbally and in writing to camp.
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Veterinary Technician will then assist with properly diagnosing the issue of said dog(s) and give further evaluation to each situation.
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Veterinary Techn evaluation will result in either in house treatment at camp, given by responsible musher, or potentially seeking Veterinary medicine in town.
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Vet Tech will inspect dogs on a regular basis, and no less than weekly, for BCS, injury, illness
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Vet Tech will work closely with company vet to determine treatment plans
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Will Maintain "Dogs First" Logs for dogs with injury, illness, puppies.
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Will provide daily emails to management and to company vet
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Will travel with dogs if care not available locally is required
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Will treat/ walk/ supervise dog care of all dogs not being cared for in the dog yards.
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Will exercise their full and complete knowledge to ensure the best care is provided.
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- Room provided as well as meals while in camp.
- End of Season Bonus
- CPR and First Aid required
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis
- Pass random drug testing (including Marijuana)
- Preferred third year Vet Tech from accredited program
Sled Dog Handler
We are looking for energetic and hardworking folks to join our team for the Summer!
We offer Sled Dog Cart tours in the picturesque Sheep Creek Valley.
Duties:
No experience is necessary.
Sled Dog Demonstration Tour Handler
Adventure is calling! Join our team of Iditarod, Yukon Quest, and Professional Athletes for the opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Our passion for mushing and the North Country is exemplified by the personal attention guests receive from our staff. As an Alaskan Family Owned and Operated Business, we strive to present guests with an authentic Alaskan Experience.
Positions are open for the 2024 Summer! The season runs from the end of April through the first week of October. Candidates must be available to work the entire season.
Must be able to legally work in the U.S. We are not accepting applicants with visas at this time.
We offer competitive pay, provide housing , and access to a vehicle for local transportation. We are looking for a Handler to assist mushers during Sled Dog Demonstration Tours. Job duties include:
Valid First aid and CPR cards are required prior to season start and must be valid through October.
Must love meeting new people, the ability to get along with coworkers, be a team player, ability to lift 50 lbs., be extremely attentive to surroundings and the safety of others.
Must love dogs and have a positive attitude.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $3,500.00 per month
Musher
Mush dogs in the picturesque Sheep Creek Valley in Juneau, Alaska!
Mushers provide sled dog cart rides to clients on designated trails. Mushers will maintain a positive outlook and attitude with dogs, guests, and coworkers.
Requirements:
Room and Board provided
Hiring Mushers with or without sled dogs
Prior mushing experience preferred
Seasonal Bonus for completion of the season
Tour Van Driver
We are looking for energetic, hardworking, and adventurous folks to provide an outstanding narrative on Alaska.
In this position, you will meet guests at the docks and safely transport them to our summer sled dog camp. Drive along the Alaska coastline, through old-growth forest and a historic mining site. Deliver an informative narrative on Alaska history, flora and fauna and prepare guests for an outstanding adventure with mushers and sled dogs.
Duties:
Sled Dog Demonstration Tour Musher
Adventure is calling! Join our team of Iditarod, Yukon Quest, and Professional Athletes for the opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. Our passion for mushing and the North Country is exemplified by the personal attention guests receive from our staff. As an Alaskan Family Owned and Operated Business, we strive to present guests with an authentic Alaskan Experience.
Positions are open for the 2024 Summer! The season runs from the end of April through the first week of October. Candidates must be available to work the entire season.
Must be able to legally work in the U.S. We are not accepting applicants with visas at this time.
We offer competitive pay, provide housing , and access to a vehicle for local transportation. We are looking for a Musher to conduct Sled Dog Demonstration Tours. Job duties include:
Valid First aid and CPR cards are required prior to season start and must be valid through October.
Must love meeting new people, the ability to get along with coworkers, be a team player, ability to lift 50 lbs., be extremely attentive to surroundings and the safety of others.
Must love dogs and have a positive attitude.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $4,000.00 per month
Photographer
We are looking for energetic and hardworking folks to join our team for the Summer!
Gold Rush Dog Tours offers dogsledding tours with modified carts in a semi-remote Sheep Creek Valley near Juneau, AK.
Duties:
Requirements:
Housing and meals provided at no cost
End of Season Bonus
Season from the beginning of May to September
Photography experience preferred
Veterinary Technician
Come join our team for the summer!
Duties:
The final say on a dog's treatment plan is that of the Company Vet. All instructions will be followed explicitly.
Requirements:
How to Apply
Please click APPLY HERE below to visit our website and submit an application. Make sure to upload a current Cover Letter and Resume. We look forward to hearing from you.
