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All Positions filled for 2013 |
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Exposure Alaska and MICA Guides offer some of the most challenging and diverse professional guiding jobs in Alaska. We've come a long way since our start in 1999. Each year, our crew has grown and we've expanded our operation. But our goal to be the best in the business remains our priority. Our success over all these years is due to the hard work and professionalism of our crew. It's not easy to get a job with us because many of our employees come back year after year. But if you're looking for a challenging summer in Alaska and have what we're looking for then we would like to hear from you. As we've grown, we've opened up more employment opportunities and are very proud of our Internship program. In addition to our experienced professional Guides, we need Logistics Support and Apprentice Guides to make everything happen. Exposure Alaska and MICA Guides share many aspects of their operations, including employees. Check out the website links for a complete picture of each company.
The Exposure/MICA Crew Don and Tina -- Owners, Directors, Guides; Integrally involved in all aspects of the business. Lead Guides -- These Guides can take a familiy ice climbing, lead a kayak expedition or fly into the middle of nowhere for a hard core backcountry trip. They run Exposure Alaska trips and guide at the glacier. (all of these positions are filled for 2013) Glacier Guides -- Experienced, professional Alpine Guides who work primarily at the glacier instructing ice climbing, leading treks and training our Apprentice Guides. (all of these positions are filled for 2013) Apprentice Guides/Interns -- "AGs" guide glacier treks, assist in ice climbing instruction, assist with trip preparation and logistics, and join our Exposure trips as an Assistant Guide. (all of these positions are filled for 2013) Logistics & Admin, Baristas -- The "Logistics Team" works closely with the owners & managers to keep the operation running smoothly.(all of these positions are filled for 2013) Captains -- Operate the jet boats. USCG Licensed Captains (minimum of OUPV "Six Pack"). Experience operating jet boats and reading rivers is required.
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Lead Guide Requirements • At least 3 years experience leading
backcountry trips with at least 1 season relevant experience in
Alaska. |
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Glacier Guide Requirements • Professional experience instructing climbing on rock or ice. • At least 3 years experience climbing ice. Rock experience also helpful. • A minimum first-aid certification of Wilderness First Aid. |
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Read this: If you have not been in the Alaska backcountry, or you have never worked as a professional guide, you will not be considered for a Lead Guide position. |
Read this: If you do not have ice climbing experience and professional experience in instructing on ice or rock, you wil not be considered for a Glacier Guide position. |
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Internships We grow our own! An internship is a great opportunity to get on board with us. Since many of our Guides return year after year, there are few openings for senior staff. We do however usually invite a couple of Interns back in a more senior role the following season. We’re committed to providing the opportunity for a fun, educational and rewarding opportunity for our Interns. While there is a certain amount of “grunt work” for everyone in this business, we do not dump it all on our Interns. In return for a lot of hard work, Interns get a stipend for room and board at our Base Camp, extensive training in their job, and we work hard to provide a well-rounded Alaskan experience. Interns may also get tips and many of our staff live off their tips for the summer. The monthly stipend is $450. While many of our Interns are students completing an internship for their educational program, this is not a requirement for the job with us. We do however work closely with Interns to help them meet any school requirements. You must be able to work with us from approximately June 1 to mid-August at a minimum.
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Apprentice Guides Do you have outdoor skills and experience but do not meet our Lead or Glacier Guide requirements? You may be an excellent candidate for Apprentice Guide (AG). This position is an opportunity to take your existing skills in climbing, paddling and backcountry travel and learn how to use these skills to help others enjoy the outdoors. |
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Logistics Team If you have strong organizational skills, a great customer service attitude and some good computer experience then you might be a candidate for our Logistics Team. You'll be an integral part of the close-knit team, learn about the glacier, take care of guests, go ice climbing and even go along on an Exposure trip. |
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Once trained and "checked out", Apprentice Guides lead their own glacier hikes with clients. An AG will get a lot of experience in working with and leading groups of all types on the Matanuska Glacier. AGs also have the opportunity to work as Assistant Guides on Exposure trips featuring sea kayaking, hiking and general backcountry travel.
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LT Interns get our same basic glacier training, but may also learn to use our reservations system, operate our zipline, conduct jet boat tours, manage the espresso business, schedule our staff or prepate a dinner for 20 guests. LT Interns will also get the opportunity for a sea kayaking trip in Prince William Sound.
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The Crew Kitchen and Bouldering Wall |
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Lifestyle Summer in Alaska means working and playing hard.
But "work" means trekking and climbing on the glacier, kayaking in Prince William Sound, hiking in the mountains or rafting on the rivers. (As well as buying and packing food, taking care of gear, cleaning the van...the list is long!) Most Guides live in their own tent set up at our Glacier Base Camp. Our camp features wireless internet, bouldering wall, and communal kitchen. Showers are available at nearby lodges. To apply for any position, follow these instructions Please note that you must have a legal right to work in the USA for a job with us. Citizenship, residency or a work visa. We are not able to sponsor your visa application and will not offer you a position on the premise that you will get a visa. Guides, Apprentice Guides, Logistics Team: Apply online. Boat Operators (only): Send cover letter and resume' to adventures@exposurealaska.net Before starting the application process, you should be prepared to upload the following: -- Cover Letter and Resume' : Documents should be
in Word (.doc) format or PDF. -- References: You should also have all relevant information including names and contact details of references that are contactable via email. -- Apprentice Guide applicants: Before you proceed to the online application, also complete the application available HERE and have it ready to upload. We travel extensively during the hiring season, mailing your application to us will just delay the process. If you feel the need to contact us prior to applying, email is a much better option than phoning. Please understand that we will usually reply to letters, messages and phone calls only if a current opening exists.
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Choose Exposure for your Alaska Adventure TourExposure Alaska Email is the best way to get in touch with us quickly. |
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Sea kayaking
tours in Prince William Sound. Ice
climbing, glacier treks and glacier
tours on the Matanuska Glacier. All photos and text Copyright 2008, Exposure Alaska LTD
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