Ketchikan Summer Jobs in Transportation and Guest Services

Ketchikan (also known as the Salmon Capital of the world) is located near the southern end of the Tongass National Forest, and is known as the “First City” as it is the first major city northbound along the Inside Passage of Alaska. Native heritage is an important part of life in Ketchikan where traditions of totem pole carving and cedar box artwork are still practiced crafts. Totem Bight State Park boasts one of the largest concentrations of totem poles in the world and at Saxman Native Village, carvers still use traditional methods passed down from generation to generation. A walk, or paddle, up Creek Street is always entertaining, especially during one of the many salmon runs through town. The community of Ketchikan is very warm and welcoming to visitors and summer residents alike.
For more information on the Ketchikan area, we recommend visiting these sites: www.sitnews.us and http://www.visit-ketchikan.com

Community

Ketchikan is one of Alaska’s most unique communities. Here you will find the rugged beauty of the Alaskan wilderness mixing comfortably with a thriving community located in the Tongass National Forest, close to Misty Fiords National Monument. With an area population of 14,000, there are grocery stores, a movie theater, numerous restaurants, and modern health care facilities. There are many social activities including Community Theater, dances, concerts, and a Recreation Center. Ketchikan is a well known as an “arts” town and is very vibrant with many fun and exciting activities throughout the year. All major religious denominations have places of worship in Ketchikan.
In addition to a vibrant social side, the fishing is legendary! Renting a skiff (at an employee discount) and exploring the islands and waterways of the inside passage is a popular pastime for our employees. Other outdoor activities abound including hiking, backpacking, camping, kayaking, swimming, and many more. And of course there is the fishing! There is a reason we’re known as the “Salmon Capital of the World”. In Ketchikan, we like to say that we work and play hard!

Housing Options

Employee Housing
Ketchikan employee housing is situated on top of Cape Fox Hill with convenient access to the downtown area and waterfront. The housing consists of ten bedrooms with two beds per room with two employees per room. Separate from the bedrooms are six full bathrooms. Two laundry rooms each contain a washer, dryer, ironing board and iron, all free to use. The cost of housing is deducted directly from payroll.
. Employee Housing amenities include:
Free wireless internet access
Common area with free cable TV and a DVD player
House phone is provided for local calls
Modern kitchen with a dishwasher, three refrigerators, one large freezer, electric range, and microwave
House cleaning service is provided for common areas (includes bathrooms).
Housing residents can either supply and prepare their own food or visit one of the many local dining establishments.

Apartment Rentals

Prospective employees may contact the Ketchikan Office at 907-228-1700 for more information on additional housing options.

Why Work in Ketchikan?

A friendly family atmosphere, along with a vibrant and welcoming community and competitive pay scale, makes Ketchikan a great place to enjoy the summer. Ketchikan is a real Alaskan Community and where all of the local HAP managers choose to make our year round homes. Over the course of the summer, our seasonal employees have ample opportunity to integrate into the fabric of the community and experience our small town atmosphere while enjoying our modern amenities and great outdoors. On their days off, employees are encouraged to participate in the numerous fun and exciting tours offered to the cruise ship passengers at zero or minimal cost. As we like to tell our cruise ship visitors, “Our Lifestyle, Your Reward”.
The Ketchikan Day Off Guide has more great recreation ideas!

Transportation

For Driver Guides, Roundtrip air transportation is provided between Ketchikan and Seattle at no cost to the employee. All employees are met at the airport upon arrival in Ketchikan. Those wishing to purchase their own transportation to and from Ketchikan are reimbursed up to $550.00 for their roundtrip travel upon completion of their seasonal work agreement. Please speak with the Ketchikan hiring manager for more information on travel arrangements. Due to the nature of the employment agreement this does not apply to employees who are hired under the J1 visa program.