Join the dedicated team at Jimmie Jack Fishing where commitment to excellence isn't just a phrase—it's our culture. We are seeking a motivated & experienced River Guide to help us give Jimmie Jack Fishing clients the trip of a lifetime. Come be a part of the amazing Jimmie Jack Fishing team!
Key Responsibilities:
As a fishing guide, you will take guests on 8-hour fishing trips daily.
The guide will be responsible for safely navigating the rivers (power and rowing).
You will be responsible for teaching our guests the various fishing techniques.
Keep up on routine boat maintenance and cleaning.
The guide trainee will also be given odd jobs on days that are not spent guiding: bait preparation, lodge and camp maintenance and cleaning, and other assigned tasks.
Most importantly, the guide will ensure that each client has an enjoyable day on the water.
Get along and be friendly, offer your help to other lodge's guests and guides
Guides are team players and are always available to help with any project.
Job Details:
Position Title: River Guide
Compensation: $250 daily
Employment type: Full time
Dates of Employment: End of May through first week of September
Pay Schedule: This is a position that is paid a daily rate. You work as a subcontractor and receive a 1099. You are covered by Worker's Compensation Insurance.
Transportation: Your point of hire is Kenai, Alaska. The job starts and ends in Kenai, Alaska. We do not pay airfare from the lower 48 to Kenai.
Daily Schedule: Early days and sometimes late evenings are the norm. This is a 7 day per week position. We do try and give floating rest days to average 1 day every 7, however, we are a fishing lodge and aim to serve our guests 100% first.
Dress Code: Clean, neat and well-groomed is the standard. A professional appearance reflects the image we are looking for. We supply uniforms that are required wear. You will be required to bring specific items. The dress code is Jimmie Jack’s Lodge logo shirts and hats.
Qualifications:
The Jimmie Jack Fishing Co. hires only the best professionals in the business. We pay a premium salary for experienced, seasoned guides.
U.S. Coast Guard 6-pak license or Remote Waters of Western Alaska license
Valid Driver’s License
Pass the one-week Kenai River Guide Academy Course
Expert in fishing and boat handling on rivers
Previous boating experience (We use 20’ Willie Boats with 50hp Yamaha outboards. We also operate 20’ Willie Drift boats).
A person who can present themselves in a professional manner, prove to us they can be helpful, and communicate with our guests by passing on their fishing skills.
Knowledge and experience with river boats, and know how to read water
Knowledge of rowing drift boats
Knowledge and experience of fishing by the drift and backtroll method in power and drift boats
Knowledge of all types of spinning and casting fishing gear
Knowledge of all types of fly rods, flies and related equipment
Knowledge in releasing fish unharmed
Knowledge and demonstrate to guests how to fish
Knowledge in telling guests the history of all Pacific Salmon, and the life cycle of each
Know how to tie basic knots used in both spin and fly fishing, such as cinch, blood, nail, surgeon
Knowledge in teaching guests how to cast
Please do not apply if…
you are a Lone Ranger, and have difficulty with Teamwork.
you are a prima donna, superstar guide, or a fishing god.
you have a low energy level.
you cannot keep the inside of your car clean.
you’re alarm clock is for decoration only.
Requirements:
Our boats and equipment are above average, and we require employees to keep them that way. We expect superior performance from our employees, in personal hygiene, professional contact with our customers and relations with other employees. The most important factors that we look for when hiring a person is a good attitude, honorable, and high work ethic. If you aren't willing to put in long hours, this is not the place for you. The position requires employees who are honest, presentable, personable and friendly. We require people who can present themselves in an outgoing manner. We expect good manners, good grooming and a professional appearance, above reproach.
Responsibilities
Jimmie Jack’s Lodge requires you to be an early riser, non or very light drinker, no drugs, work and live in harmony with other employees and be a team player. Everyone pitches in to assist. Jimmie Jack’s Alaska Lodges are world class, which many other lodges envy and by which superior lodge standards are gauged. We keep this reputation because our staff is friendly, outgoing, sincere, honest, and helpful professionals. We insist on keeping this reputation. We do not allow drugs, excessive drinking or partying.
Apply Now:
Please send your resume and cover letter to the email listed
Be a part of a team where making guests smile is as natural as the Alaskan wilderness!
Jimmie Jack's Lodge is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Make this your daily catch! Apply for the River Guide position today and reel in the opportunity to create memorable experiences at Jimmie Jack Fishing.
