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Musher Job Description & Responsibilities

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 daily. In all tasks, position is responsible for adhering to the company’s policy regarding the treatment of its animals.    

Handler Job Description & Responsibilities

Responsible, each day, for assisting in the care and management of dogs, transporting guests, and giving 20–30-minute presentations about dog mushing. In all tasks, the position is responsible for adhering to the company’s policy regarding the treatment of its animals. Responsible for preparing sleds for guests and taking pictures of guests posing as a musher driving the wheeled sled.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures guests experience the “E.X.C.U.R.S.I.O.N. of lifetime” by being attentive to their needs and/or wants, answering all questions throughout the excursion, and notifying management of unhappy guests and/or obtaining guest information for follow-up.

• Employees are expected to adhere to all standard operating procedures to ensure consistency, safety, and quality.

• Communicates accurate information to appropriate staff when required (radioing guest count to dog camp, contacting the office, communicating with dock representatives, etc.).

• Adhering to all company policies and procedures.

Performing other tasks and responsibilities as needed to support the company’s goals and objectives.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License

• Valid CPR/First Aid Certificate

• Must be 21 years of age

• Able to lift up to 50lbs

• Must be willing to work with dogs on a daily basis

• Must not be allergic to dogs
  

Skills:

• Guest Service: Excellent communication skills and superior guest service

• Time Management: Ensuring timely arrivals and departures

• Ability to handle unclear or changing situations and adapt to unexpected demands

• Emergency Response: Ability to handle emergencies calmly and efficiently

Ability to effectively lead others through rapport-building, active listening, clear expectations, and ongoing coaching

Working Conditions:

• Frequent outdoor work, subject to adverse weather and temperature variations

• Occasional exposure to odors, including dog poop

• Exposure to noise, including constant dog barking at dog camp

• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking

Must be able to lift and carry buckets up to 40lbs for 200 feet (typically no more than 30 minutes per day)

Job Requirements:

• Certified or able to get certified in First Aid/CPR.

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Legally eligible to work in the US.
  
  The statements in this document describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. This document does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change, with or without notice, at the discretion of the employer.