Employment Opportunities at Bettles Lodge

Updated May 2005

If you are interested in seeking employment in the Alaskan wilderness please take a look at the job listings below.    Most positions include room and board and Bettles Lodge furnishes transportation from Fairbanks. We ask that before applying you understand that we are a small wilderness operation.  Job descriptions be what they may, we ask all employees to be willing to jump in and fill in where and when needed.  We take pride in our work to ensure the highest quality service for our guests. An energetic and dedicated attitude toward guests and fellow employees is essential. Our people are the most important part of our organization. We have a great crew and it is a must that we all work together. Although jobs are listed as seasonal, there is potential for year round employment for the right people.  If interested in a position we ask that you e-mail or fax us a resume (including references) and let us know what position you are interested in.  Make sure to give us a way to contact you.  We look forward to hearing from you!  Thank you for your interest in working at Bettles Lodge!

Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace
 Bettles Lodge is committed to providing a safe environment for guests and staff. All staff members are subject to pre-employment drug screening, as well as random drug/alcohol tests throughout the season. A positive drug test or use of alcohol or illegal drugs while on duty will result in immediate termination.

Bettles Lodge and Air Service is accepting resumes for the following positions:

1.  Cook- Must be self motivated willing to work long hours in a lodge setting. Mainly a one person show in the kitchen so must be able and willing to perform all kitchen duties.  Must be "people" oriented as cook works directly with guests.

2.  Front Desk Manager -
Supervises hotel front desk, performs administrative paperwork. Computer skills required and prior hotel/resort guest services desired.  Extensive guest contact. Data entry, filing, correspondence, telephone.  Counter sales gift shop, liquor, and lodging.  Must be personable and enjoy working with clients from all parts of the world.  

3. Maintenance-  Need a "jack of all trades" willing to maintain a historic lodge with T.L.C.  Includes vehicle maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and outdoor grounds maintenance, plus fix whatever breaks! Ability to operate equipment such as backhoe, loader, dump truck a plus. 

4. Pilot-  Must be experienced! Float plane operation including DHC-2, Cessna 185, Cessna 206.  Ability to fill in as a Navajo captain a plus. Seasonal starting June 1 to Sept 30.

5. Outdoor "all around person"-  Outdoor person to support float plane operation, load and unload aircraft, pump fuel, work with maintenance crew, maintain lawns, etc, etc.  Must be self motivated and willing to jump in with both feet.

6. Housekeeping/kitchen Assistant  

7. Relief Cook

8. Internships   Bettles Lodge has limited openings for interns from other countries through any approved program. Contact us if you are interested in an intership.

Positons in Fairbanks Bettles Air Office

1. Receptonist  Greet Guests and check-in passengers for flights. Office filing, answer phones, make reservations and bookings. Computer skills required. Part time is possible.

2. Ramp Help   Load and unload baggage, aircraft cleaning, hanger upkeep, light building maintenence, and mechanics helper. June through Sept. Possible winter part time.

 Staff Benefits at the Lodge It requires hard work and dedication to be part of the team at Bettles Lodge, but we think the benefits are worth it.

Benefits include:     

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