Experience Alaska Tours is seeking a friendly and outgoing professional to assist in everyday guest relations and tour schedules. This position requires a go-getter attitude and sharp time management skills. Our tour expeditors greet guests, ensure all guests participate in their assigned tour, load and unload guests according to a strict schedule, and secure vessels to/from the dock (including float planes and boats) upon arrival and departure. One of the more important parts of the job is helping ensure comfortable transportation for guests with mobility issues to and from the lodge. It will be your duty to retrieve and return guests in a van or utility terrain vehicle (UTV). Applicants must be 21+ with a clean driving record. Must be able to pass a drug test and have a valid Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License and clean driving record to transport guests in company vehicles. The season runs from April to October with a seasonal bonus included if the contract is completed. Experience dorm-style living with your co-workers while taking advantage of all the amenities our lodge has available. Housing is included in all contracts at no additional cost. After hours or on your day off, you will have access to fishing gear, kayaks, a personal-sized boat, and a campfire area! Our employees get to work and play while being surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in Alaska! Your Role: As a tour expeditor at the George inlet job, you will, very literally, be the first member of staff most of our guests meet when they arrive at the lodge. You\xe2\x80\x99ll spend most of your work day greeting guests and coordinating with other staff over the radio to make sure that everyone gets where they need to be when they need to be there. Our tour expeditors also ensure that any guests with mobility concerns have a safe way to get to and from the lodge. Tour experience is *not* required! We provide in-depth training on coordinating groups, proper etiquette, and presentation skills here on site. Come ready to work and learn and we\xe2\x80\x99ll take care of the rest. Duties Include:

• Inspect and ensure the safety and housekeeping of the docks and grounds.
• Maintain a good knowledge of day-to-day timetable per the schedule and help keep all staff on track regarding timing and transportation.
• Greet buses and vans and assist guests during loading and unloading of motor vehicles.
• Catch or untie floatplanes and assist with loading and unloading of plane guests.
• Catch or untie boats and assist with loading and unloading of boat guests.
• Maintain radio contact with other key staff to promote tour excellence.
• Maintain a friendly and bright atmosphere for all guests.

Requirements:

• Valid Driver\'s Licence and clean driving record.
• Must pass a drug test.
• Comply with random DOT-required drug testing.
• Background Check
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods without breaks. The lodge is a very active workplace, and you will get your steps in.
• Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 25lbs.
• Must have great time management skills.
• Must be a team player, able to work and live with your coworkers.

Experience Alaska Tours is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. What we offer:

• Training for this position with opportunities for cross-training
• Free employee housing
• Fully equipped employee kitchen
• Access to employee skiff and fishing supplies
• Weekly ride into town for grocery shopping
• Opportunities for advancement

About Us: Experience Alaska Tours, founded in 2003, operates the historic George Inlet Lodge, located 15 miles south of Ketchikan. Our picturesque, semi-isolated lodge is situated right on the water, with stunning views of the Tongass National Forest, the Pacific Ocean, and all the fantastic creatures that live in both. Except the minks. Those guys are jerks. We pride ourselves on being a well-known and highly recommended destination here in Alaska\xe2\x80\x99s first city, and we believe that we provide an excellent opportunity to anyone looking to explore, learn some new skills, and make some money over the Summer. We invite you to learn more about employment opportunities here at EAT and apply today! Our summer season starts in early April and ends in October. Come work with a tight-knit group of explorers and experience life here in Ketchikan Alaska! Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal, Temporary, Contract Pay: From $16.00 per hour Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime pay
• Tips

Experience:

• Driving: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver\'s License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ketchikan, AK 99901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person