About us:
Running Reindeer Ranch is a family-run agro-tourism business based out of our home in the Goldstream Valley, north of Fairbanks. We offer walking, natural history tours and other various immersive experiences with our reindeer to visitors from all over the world. We are seeking a year-round tour guide and support person to join our incredible team of hard-working employees.
Duties:
Conduct natural history, walking tour with reindeer
Create a quality, 5-star customer experience
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Tour preparation and clean up including snow removal and trail maintenance
Feed, water, clean up after reindeer and general reindeer husbandry
Training reindeer
Ranch, garden, lawn care, general maintenance, etc.
Other various duties as needed
Qualifications:
Excellent communication skills
Excellent public speaking skills and ability to project voice in an outdoor environment
Creative thinker and ability to improvise and shift gears as needed
Positive attitude and pleasant demeanor
Ability to engage large groups of people
Hard work oriented and capable laborer
Large animal experience preferred
Ability to assert yourself with bossy reindeer
Willingness to deepen knowledge of reindeer and all things Alaska through literature and other educational opportunities.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Able to lift 50 pounds
TEAM PLAYER
Other:
We do not accept tobacco users. Tattoos should be concealed when guests are present. Must be willing to work and able to dress for work outside in ANY weather. Must be in excellent physical shape and able to walk uphill and perform hard physical labor.
Hours:
Part time, year-round, permanent position. Hours vary depending on day and season but will include weekends and evenings on occasion. Typically, 20-40 hours a week depending on the season.
Pay:
$17 - $20 / hour, depending on experience, pay raise after probationary period
Please review our website, Facebook page and TripAdvisor reviews and if you feel excited about being part of our team please send cover letter outlining qualifications, resume and three references to info@runningreindeer.com.
