Alaska Icefield Expeditions

Current Job dates:

Currently recruiting for the season that runs from April 1st, 2024 to September 30th, 2024.

Sled Dog Handler

$2,400.00 - $3,500.00 / month + tips

Juneau, Skagway

We are looking for energetic and hardworking folks to join our team for the Summer! 

We offer helicopter dogsledding tours on the Denver Glacier in Skagway and the Mendenhall, Herbert and Norris Glaciers in Juneau, Alaska.

Duties:

• 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.
• Unloading/loading guests and supplies from the helicopter
• Photographing action shots of guests on sleds
• You may be assigned different duties on any given day at the Camp Manager’s discretion.
• Cuddle puppies!!

No experience is necessary.  

• Must be able to legally work in the U.S.
• Valid CPR and First Aid 
• Must be able to lift 50lbs. 
• Consumable recovery fee of $120/month
• End of Season Bonus
• Season from the beginning of May to September 

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Photographer/Tour Attendant

$2,400.00 - $3,500.00 / month + tips

Skagway, Juneau

We are looking for energetic and hardworking folks to join our team for the Summer! 

We offer helicopter dogsledding tours on the Denver Glacier in Skagway and the Mendenhall, Herbert and Norris Glaciers in Juneau, Alaska.

Duties: 

• Unloading/loading guests and supplies from the helicopter
• Escort guests to dog yards and introduce to the Musher
• Photographing action shots of guests on sleds
• Photo sales and accounting
• Sled Dog Handler duties as assigned
• Assists in the kitchen as needed
• Cuddle puppies!!

Housing and meals while on the glacier provided

Consumable recovery fee of $120/month

Requirements:

• 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

End of Season Bonus

Season from the end of April to the beginning of September 

Photography experience preferred

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Glacier Camp Cook

$4,750.00 - $5,500.00 / month

Juneau, Skagway

Do you enjoy cooking for yourself and others? Do you have a passion for healthy, delicious food? If so, we are looking for you!

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of food preparation, food handling and a current Alaskan food handlers permit (ADEC). Your environment will be remote so organization, meal creativity, food storage awareness and meal planning are necessary. 

Details:

• The camps are remotely located on the Denver Glacier in Skagway, AK and the Mendenhall, Herbert and Norris Glaciers in Juneau, AK. 
• The Camp Cook works independently, under the direction of the Camp Manager, preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks according to camp schedule for a crew of 10-20 employees.
• Camp Cook is responsible for kitchen operations, maintaining sufficient groceries in camp, and scheduling, ordering, and confirming grocery and kitchen re-supply with the Expediters.
• Responsible for following the prepared meal plan. The Camp Cook delivers a well-balanced diet consisting of ‘meat and potato’ fare with plenty of fruits and vegetables, considering allergies, dietary requests, and camp preference.
• Camp Cooks maintain 7-10 days of dedicated food supply in reserve and display menu flexibility, considering product on hand, re-supply considerations, and operational cost.

 

The kitchen is used by the crew throughout the day, Camp Cook provides a warm and inviting reprieve from daily operations, necessitating a positive attitude and restraint.

Camp Cook must possess Alaska Food Worker Card and always facilitate kitchen operations according to ADEC standards.

 

• Must be able to lift 50lbs and be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work legally in the U.S.
• Valid CPR and 1st Aid 
• Position is seasonal and runs from the beginning of End of April through the beginning of September.
• End of Season Bonus
• Consumable recovery fee of $120/month

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Snowcat Operator

$3,500.00 - $4,500.00 / month + tips

Skagway

Have you ever wanted to drive a Snowcat? On a Glacier?! Here is your chance to become a Snow Cat Operator!

Duties as a Snow Cat Operator include:

• The responsibility of operation, management, and maintenance of the Snowcat. 
• Grooming trails, transporting guests, and camp moves.
• Coordinates tours & timing with the Camp Manager executing tours with diligence toward safety and the cost of operating the equipment.
• Work directly with loading/unloading helicopters
• Helping with camp chores and other duties assigned by the Camp Manager

Requirements:

• Previous experience with equipment preferred
• Valid CPR and 1st Aid
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Legally able to work in the U.S.

Room and Board is provided while on the glacier

Consumable recovery fee of $120/month

End of Season Bonus

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Camp Expediter

$3,750.00 - $4,250.00 / month

Juneau, Skagway

Support a glacier dogsled camp which is only accessible by helicopter!

The season runs from the second week in April through the second week of September.  Must be able to work to the end of the season.

Job Duties include:

• Loading/unloading supplies and gear from helicopters
• Running errands to supply camp with needed items
• Ordering groceries and supplies for camp
• Radio communication

Must have basic office skills and experience with Google Drive. Expediter needs to be a good communicator, responsible, and expect to work long hours. Must be extremely attentive to surroundings and the safety of others. Must have a positive attitude.

Requirements:

• Valid First Aid and CPR  
• DOT Health Card  
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid Driver's License
• Legally able to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to qualify for TSA badge
• Must be able to pass a drug test (including marijuana)

Crew housing is provided at no cost.

Meal allowance of $500/month

End of Season Bonus

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Dog Musher

$3,800.00 - $4,750.00 / month + tips

Skagway, Juneau

Mush dogs on a Glacier in Alaska!

Mushers provide sled dog rides to clients on designated glacier trails.  Mushers will maintain a positive outlook and attitude with dogs, guests, and coworkers. 

• 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 the Sled Dog Handlers, Vet Tech and Camp Manager.
• Ensure that the Company’s operations function to the established quality of standards. 
• Loading/unloading guests and supplies from helicopter
• Musher will assist in general camp duties as assigned by the Camp Manager

Requirements:

• At least one winter season of mushing experience required.
  • If you have never mushed, apply for the entry-level Tour Attendant/Photographer /Handler position.
• 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)

Room and Board provided while in camp

Consumable recovery fee of $120/month

End of Season Bonus

Hiring Mushers with or without sled dogs

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Maintenance

$4,500.00 - $5,000.00 / month

Skagway, Juneau

Join our team in Juneau Alaska! 

Maintenance Crew has a variety of job duties: 

• Operating a septic pumper truck and pumping waste sent down from the glacier
• Maintenance and upkeep on crew housing on and off the glacier. 
• Occasional construction projects
• Alaska State Ferry vehicle transfers
• Vehicle maintenance
• Must be a self starter and work well with others
• Loading/unloading helicopters
• Operates a variety of equipment
• Will be called upon for a variety of jobs

Requirements:

• CDL Class B with Tanker Endorsement preferred
• DOT Health Card
• Mechanically inclined or trained
• Must be able to pass a drug test (including marijuana)
• CPR and 1st Aid certifications
• May be required to get a TSA badge

The season runs from April - October 1st

Shared housing provided at no cost

Meal allowance of $500/month

End of Season of Bonus

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Veterinary Technician

$3,800.00 - $4,300.00 / month

Juneau

Come join our team for the summer!

Duties:

• Veterinary Technician will maintain inventory in all camps and vet locations Including ordering and stocking needed Veterinary supplies.

• Vet Techs will go to glacier camp as well as visit AIE's sister company Gold Rush Dog Tours 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.

  • 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.

• The Veterinary Technician will evaluate and address any concerns brought to their attention by the Camp Manager.

  • 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. 

• Veterinary Technician will then assist with properly diagnosing the issue of said dog(s) and give further evaluation to each situation. 

  • Veterinary Techn evaluation will result in either in house treatment at camp, given by responsible musher, or potentially seeking Veterinary medicine in town.

  • Vet Tech will inspect dogs on a regular basis, and no less than weekly, for BCS, injury, illness

  • Vet Tech will work closely with company vet to determine treatment plans

  • Will Maintain "Dogs First" Logs for dogs with injury, illness, puppies.

  • Will provide daily emails to management and to company vet

  • Will travel with dogs if care not available locally is required

  • Will treat/ walk/ supervise dog care of all dogs not being cared for in the dog yards.

  • Will exercise their full and complete knowledge to ensure the best care is provided.

The final say on a dog's treatment plan is that of the Company Vet.  All instructions will be followed explicitly.

Requirements:

• 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 an accredited program

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