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Company Name : Alaska X
Location : Skagway, AK 99840
Position : Dog Musher

Job Description : Responsible for the direct care and management of 18-36 dogs. Provides safe and informative dog sled rides and presents numerous 20 to 30 minute presentations on dog sledding to guests on a daily basis. In all tasks, position is responsible for adhering to the company’s policy regarding the treatment of its animals.MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensures guests experience the “E.X.C.U.R.S.I.O.N. of a lifetime” by being attentive to the needs and/or wants of the guests, answering any and all questions guests may have throughout the excursion, and notifying management of unhappy guests and/or obtaining guests’ information for management to contact themMonitors the safety of our guests and dogs at all timesImmediately reports any dog health issues to managementProvides general dog care to include, but not limited to, the following: feeding, watering, and brushing dogs, as well as, scooping poopPerforms chores before, during, and after tours to include, but not limited to, the following: cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash cans, filling pot holes, stocking the refreshment area, chopping wood, and washing carts & vansSafely provides our guests with a one-mile sled ride while presenting them with quality, accurate information about self, dog team, and dog mushingAssists guests into getting into and out of all vehiclesPresents guests with quality, accurate information while giving 20-30 minute presentations to guests during the kennel talk portion of the tourResponsible for preparing sled for guests, taking pictures of guests on the sled, and later introducing guests to the teamSafely hooks up the dogs while taking care to pair dogs that won’t fight or breedAt the end of the day, responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: unhooking dogs, returning dogs to their houses, hanging up all the harnesses and gang-lines, and rinsing off the equipmentInspects dog houses & tethers and replaces any damaged equipmentADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: As directed by managementALL POSITIONS IN COMPANY ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:Adhering to all company policiesStriving to accomplish goals discussed with management during the monthly evaluationsREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to safely run a team of 16 dogsPossess a working knowledge of sled dog informationExcellent communication skills that demonstrate a professional demeanor and the ability to interact with others with discretion and tactSkilled in guest attentiveness as demonstrated by responsiveness to the needs and wants of our guestsSkilled in maintaining a positive attitude at all times even when handling difficult and/or stressful situationsAbility to memorize, recall, and present information and factsAbility to make oral presentations that engage an audienceAbility to initiate interaction with guestsAbility to work well within diverse groups to achieve common goalsAbility to be detail-oriented and use good judgment when it comes to safetyAbility to work in a fast paced work environmentAbility to assume and complete tasks without direction and with little supervisionAbility to physically handle strong dogs & break up dog fights when and as neededQUALIFICATIONS:Valid driver’s license or the ability to attain onePrior winter experience working in a mushing kennelAbility to work irregular work schedulesENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:All work is performed outside, so will be subject to possible adverse weather conditions and variations in temperature.Will be subject to noise, to include but not limited to, constant dog barkingWill be subject to dust, odors, and contact with water and/or other liquidsWill be subject to hazardous conditions (working with different machinery, handling dogs, etc)PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB:Must be able to lift and carry a 40lb bag for a distance of 200 feetPosition involves frequent (usually at least 2.5 hours a day but no more than 5.5 hours a day) standing, walking, handling objects, grasping items, & manipulating machinery and small itemsPosition involves occasional (usually no more than 2.5 hours a day) sitting, carrying, balancing, bending, stooping, and kneelingNote: The statements in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. They are not to be understood as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required in this position. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment, and they are subject to change, with or without notice, at the discretion of the employer.Job Types: Full-time, TemporaryPay: $19.00 – $23.00 per hourSchedule:Day shiftAbility to commute/relocate:Skagway, AK 99840: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Application Question(s):Are you willing and able to work in Skagway, Alaska March-October?Experience:Dog Mushing: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location: One location

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