Denali Natural History Tour Driver - Denali National Park / Doyon Joint Venture

Job Description

Denali Natural History Tour Driver offers guided tours in Denali National Park and Preserve for an approximate 4.5 –5-hour tour. The Highlights of the tour include different interpretive experiences within the park.  Located in Denali National Park, this position is highly visible to many Denali National Park Visitors.  DNHT Tour Drivers are responsible for providing a safe and comfortable tour experience into Denali National Park & Preserve while providing a compelling narrative centering on the natural and cultural history of Denali National Park.   Certified Interpretive Guide training is available for the right candidate.  

About Denali National Park & Preserve and Doyon/Aramark Joint Venture:  

Summer days in Alaska stretch nearly endlessly, with up to 20 hours of daylight on the Summer Solstice. Spanning 6.2 million acres, Denali National Park & Preserve is home to Denali, the highest peak in North America, and attracts over half a million visitors annually. Conveniently accessible by road—4.5 hours from Anchorage and 2 hours from Fairbanks. 

Doyon Limited and Aramark have teamed up in a Joint Venture as the Denali National Park & Preserve's Concessionaire. Open May to September, our operation manages the transportation, retail, guest service and food and beverage concessions with our client; The National Park Service. By road, our 100 Blue Bird Bus Fleet takes guests past the 15-mile public access point daily during summer months, allowing people to hike, view wildlife, climb, and camp where few people have set foot. 

This is a seasonal role with ideal dates of April to September 2026. 

We offer competitive wages, Sick Pay and On-site housing with inclusive meal plan ($16/day all inclusive!) & local discounts!  

Employees are responsible for knowing the environmental aspects and associated impacts of their job position.  Job specific Environmental Aspects and Impacts will be communicated by Dept. Managers during EMS training. 

Job Responsibilities

• Interpretive Naturalists will be responsible for creating a tour focusing on the Denali National Park’s cultural, wildlife and natural/cultural history. It must meet or exceed the National Park Service interpretive standards. Usually, one tour a day can be expected, and on several days, two tours may be required. The workweek usually consists of five days working and two days off. A 40-hour workweek is not guaranteed, although there are some days or weeks where overtime will be necessary. Extensive driving and interpretive training is provided at the beginning of the season, along with ongoing coaching as needed. 
• Presentations both on the bus while transporting guests and off the bus at rest breaks. 
• Responsible for providing a safe ride for up to 52 passengers, some of whom may have limited physical abilities.   
• Employee will be responsible for maintaining all federal and state requirements for holding a Commercial Driver’s License and will abide by all rules, regulations and company policies in regard to operating company vehicles. 
• Assist guests with inquiries about the property/area. 
• Maintains cleanliness, fuels, and performs inspections on vehicle. 
• Adheres to policies and procedures regarding emergency and accident procedures and radio protocols. 
• Performs all job duties in a safe manner by adhering to all driving regulations, company safety policies and procedures, and DOT regulations. 
• Maintains a friendly, efficient, and positive demeanor towards guests, clients, and co-workers. 
• Employee is responsible for knowing the environmental aspects and associated impacts of their job position.  Job specific Environmental Aspects and Impacts will be communicated by Dept. Managers during EMS training. 
• At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change, or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

Qualifications

• Applicants must have an education or previous experience in interpretation, environmental education, ecology, biology, or any natural sciences. 
• A Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with no airbrake restrictions and a passenger endorsement  
• 12 Months (non-consecutive) verifiable CDL experience. 
• Minimum of 23 years of age. 
• No suspension of driving privileges for moving violations in the past 3 years 
• Ability to meet NPS Interpretive Standards. 
• An ability to work in a team environment is desired. 
• Must have effective communication skills. 
• Must have excellent customer service skills. 
• Knowledge of sub-arctic ecosystems is a plus. 
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