Current Job dates:
Currently recruiting for the season that runs from April 15th, 2025 to October 31st, 2025.
- Operate Zodiac boats on guided tours, ensuring safety and enjoyment for guests
- Share engaging stories and insights about the region's wildlife, history, and geography
- Maintain boat equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards
- Assist with guest boarding and provide clear instructions before departure
- Offer exceptional customer service and address guest questions or concerns
- Performs other responsibilities as assigned
- Strong boating skills and knowledge of water safety
- At least one year of guiding experience preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively and engage with guests
- Comfortable navigating Alaska's coastal waters and variable weather conditions
- Previous guiding or hospitality experience is a plus
- Must have current CPR/First Aid certification
- Must be at least 25 years of age with a valid driver's license
- Ability to lift and move heavy items (40lbs) unassisted
- Be dexterous enough to get in and out of Zodiac's without assistance
- Be able to maneuver Zodiac's around the docks in moving water
- Requires hearing ability to operate the Zodiac's on the water
- Work outside in any weather conditions
- Be able to work extra shifts upon request
- Guiding tours in a safe and time efficient manner. Recognizing potentially dangerous situations and addressing them in accordance with established guidelines
- Engaging with guests throughout the tour operation and providing informative and entertaining commentary
- Provides safety briefing prior to the start of tour and ensures guest comfort
- Assists in daily opening and closing procedures of the tour site
- Hangs, cleans and puts away gear between and after tours
- Restocks and sells retail items and photo packages
- General site cleaning and maintenance
- Completes and turns in incident and accident reports, when necessary, immediately following the incident
- Communicates with co-guide and base operations through radio contact throughout the tour
- Learns about the natural environment, history of the area and shares knowledge with guests
- Treats guests in a manner that makes them feel respected, valued and cared for
- Performs other responsibilities as assigned
- At least 18 years of age, with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- At least two years of customer service experience. Preferably in the hospitality industry
- At least one year of guiding experience preferred
- Ability to work extended hours on an established schedule
- Must be flexible and able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays
- Self-motivated, positive attitude and professional appearance
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written
- Reliable and strong public speaking skills (additional languages a plus)
- Ability to meet guests’ needs in a helpful and courteous manner
- First Aid certified preferred
- Photography skills helpful
- Ability to lift and move heavy items (40lbs) unassisted
- Be dexterous enough to get in and out of karts without assistance
- Be able to maneuver karts around on rocky terrain
- Requires hearing ability to operate around pressure washer and kart engines
- Work outside in any weather conditions
- Be able to work extra shifts upon request
Zodiac Boat Guide
Join Ketchikan AdventureVue as a Zodiac Boat Guide and lead unforgettable tours through the pristine waters of Ketchikan, Alaska. As a guide, you’ll share local knowledge, navigate through breathtaking landscapes, and provide guests with a safe and thrilling adventure on the water. This position is responsible for all duties associated with tour operations including set up, cleaning of the site, vehicles and gear, retail sales, and ambassadorship of the tour program.
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Join us at Ketchikan AdventureVue and help create lasting memories for visitors in one of the most beautiful locations in the world!
UTV Trail Guide
Guide visitors through the Alaskan rainforest in a specially designed off-road vehicle. Guides are responsible for the safety and well-being of our guests, while providing informative commentary regarding the Alaskan landscape and surrounding area in a professional and energetic manner. This position is responsible for all duties associated with tour operations including, set up, cleaning of the site, vehicles and gear, retail sales and ambassadorship of the tour program.
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How to Apply
Apply directly through our website via the link below!
