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Klondike Gold Fields

Work for the Ultimate Adventure in Skagway, Alaska!

Bring the Klondike Gold Rush to life at Skagway's premiere family attraction! We offer the best of Alaska and the Yukon all in one convenient location.

In 1999 The Klondike Gold Fields moved and restored a 1937 Gold Dredge from its working claim in the Klondike Gold Fields of the Yukon. The Dredge is a 350 ton Gold sifting machine brought back from the Klondike and reconstructed piece by piece on the shores of the Skagway River. Guests are given a rare opportunity to learn the inner workings of the dredge and it's role on the land and the people who toiled on it during its years of operation.

Group photograph at Klondike Gold Fields

Guests are also given the opportunity to learn about other techniques used in placer gold mining, including gold panning. Our prospectors provide an entertaining lesson on gold panning and guests are then offered to test their skills at our warm-water troughs. We guarantee gold and guests can get their gold weighed and made into an optional souvenir at the end of their experience in our Gift Shop.

In 2008 we added the Gold Rush Restaurant and Brewery to the Klondike Gold Fields property. Guests can enjoy a variety of menu options including our Klondike Grill Buffet which offers various smoked meats and wild Alaskan salmon. We offer a unique selection of homemade brews including our popular root beer. Guests can enjoy views of Harding Glacier, ships in port and surrounding mountain views from our rooftop decks and patios.

Aerial View of Klondike Gold Fields

We further expanded in 2010 with the addition of our Gold Rush Sled Dogs tour presented by an Iditarod Musher. The experience was further enhanced in 2011 with the 40 Below, allowing visitors to experience the extreme cold of the north.

From welcoming 100 guests our first season over 10 years ago, we have grown to hosting thousands of visitors from all over the world who visit Skagway independently or by cruise ship. We invite you to join our family and be part of a successfully growing tour operation in the heart of Southeast Alaska!

Our Jobs

Cast Members (12)

Required Abilities:

Good interpersonal style
Experience in education and/or theater a plus
Flexibility to work in lots of different roles
Commitment to being a tour guide and making the tourists’ experience the top priority
Special skills such as musical talent, juggling, storytelling, art are all a big plus

Job Description:

Working as a costumed tour guide on property and on a 3 hour train tour
Working in the gift shop and barista bar on a rotating basis
Working in admissions
Working in general - cleaning up, entertaining customers, helping people get around etc,

Salary: Hourly rate commiserate with experience and commissions on products sold as well as tips.

Other skills we are looking for that can strengthen your application:

Baker: part time position open. This can be combined with work in our restaurant or as a cast member.
Cleaning Staff: part time position open. This can be combined with work in our restaurant or as a cast member.
Maintenance: Full time job responsible for all building projects and general maintenance of property and housing facility.

Gold Pan Specialist

Required Abilities:

Good interpersonal style
Supervisory experience
Strong speaking voice - acting experience is a plus.
Ability to manage one complete department of our facility

Job Description:

Responsible for the flow of traffic in the back of the property
Responsible for making gold pans and keep track of gold and supplies
Responsible for supervision of staff working in panning sheds
Works as a costumed character helping people to pan for gold

Salary: Hourly rate commiserate with experience and commissions on products sold.

Dock Representatives (3)

Required Abilities:

Good interpersonal style
Ability to work with EXCEL
Good organizational skills
Creativity in running promotional activities for shore staff

Job Description:

Responsible for all logistics relating to specific cruise lines and docs
Responsible for getting passengers to and from our facility
Collects and monitors tickets throughout the day
Keeps communication about sales and numbers going throughout the day

Laurel weighing gold

Our Ideal Candidate

Outgoing and energetic
Teamplayer
Customer service oriented
Entertaining
Works with little or no supervision
Able to work on their feet for extended periods in all weather conditions in gold-rush period costume
Flexible in a constantly-changing work environment
Multi-tasker
Able to learn information and tasks and present to guests
Anticipate and respond independently to situations
Excellent communication skills especially in front of large groups
Ability to promote tour and merchandise sales
Musical and acting experience helpful
Preferred availability of early May thru end of September

Room and Board

Klondike Gold Fields offers rental housing for staff. All tenants share the kitchen, dining, living, and laundry room. Our rental fee includes heat, water, electric, and telephone (local calls only). Washers and dryers are provided at no cost for employees. Internet not guaranteed but is available at the public library and hotspots are located throughout town. Housing options can vary from season to season. Staff should expect shared rooms. Depending on our options as housing in Skagway is limited, staff should also be prepared to "rough it" a little...staff have been housed in cabins and trailers in the past. Because housing options can change, rental information can, too. You can inquire about housing options for the coming season. Staff is responsible for their own linens and towels. You should anticipate higher than average costs for groceries.

No pets allowed. All shared facilities are non-smoking.

If you choose not to reside in employee housing it is best to start looking for alternative housing at your earliest opportunity. The demand for seasonal housing is very high so apartments and houses can be quite expensive and difficult to find. It often proves challenging for employers to secure affordable housing for staff and often have to get creative.

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Perks

We offer a competitive wage and a substantial “retention” bonus to employees who complete their contracts in good standing. In addition, sales commissions and tips can be earned by the employee and are not pooled. When possible we try to schedule employees 2 consecutive days off a week to enjoy the local area. We provide our employees with complimentary tickets on our tours for friends and family. We have reciprocal touring agreements with many local companies so our employees can experience other local tours at a reduced rate. Our employees enjoy discounts on items in our gift shops and at our Gold Rush Restaurant as well. Additional benefits for returning staff after their 1st season, such as travel reimbursement.

Slim with his guitar

Getting Here and Getting Around

Getting here: You have three choices – Air, Land or Sea….

By Air: The closest major airport to Skagway is Juneau, Alaska, and the only major airline that flies into Juneau is Alaska Airlines. Once there, you can fly to Skagway on a 45-minute commuter flight. Both Wings of Alaska and Air Excursions fly to Skagway each day, weather permitting. The Alaska Marine Highway ferry also makes daily runs between Juneau and Skagway, which is a less expensive option. The Alaskan Marine Highway ferry terminal is about a four mile cab ride from the Juneau airport.

By Land: If you are traveling by car or an RV, you'll join the growing number of visitors who travel the Alaska Highway each year. Skagway is only 110 miles south from the Alaska Highway, via the South Klondike Highway. The lakes of the Yukon and British Columbia that you'll pass along the way are the headwaters of the great Yukon River. This modern two-lane highway is an easy scenic drive.

By Sea: Skagway is the northern terminus of the Alaska Marine Highway System. A fleet of modern, car-carrying vessels serves all of Southeast Alaska. Northbound travelers can access the system at Bellingham, Washington and Prince Rupert, British Columbia. Each vessel has an observation lounge, bar, cafeteria and a solarium where camping is allowed free of charge. Mainline vessels also feature stateroom accommodation. Upon your arrival in Skagway, someone from our staff will be there to greet you and bring you to the Klondike Gold Fields.

Once here, a car isn't necessary unless you want to venture out of town. You can easily get around on foot or by bike. The city bus, SMART, also offers an affordable option for our employees for commuting to and from work.

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For Fun

Along with staff gatherings, employees will enjoy a multitude of activities in and around Skagway. Hiking trails, including the historic Chilkoot Trail, cater to all levels of experience. Sports enthusiasts can participate in the local softball league and various other athletic events throughout the season. Fitness buffs can join the recreation center and take advantage of various classes and group sports along with use of the gym.

The town celebrates many events during the summer, such as Solstice and Independence Day. Local businesses put on events of their own such as Spring Stroll, Rhubarb Festival and open Mic Nights. You can easily visit nearby Haines for the Southeast Alaska State Fair and their annual Brew Fest.

Additional activities include wildlife viewing, camping, fishing, rafting, horseback riding, climbing and photography to just name a few. Staff is encouraged to take advantage of the ferry system and local tour operators to get out and experience all Alaska and the Yukon have to offer!

Klondike Gold Fields Staff

How to Apply

Apply Now

Visit our website www.klondikegolddredge.com to see more of what we do and email deborahmorse@hotmail.com to get an application. Attach your resume to your initial inquiry. Online interviews will be granted to suitable candidates.

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