Job Posting for 2024 Summer Caretaker

Job Posting: Summer Caretaker for Remote Lodge in Alaska

Location: Talachulitna River Lodge

Position: Caretaker

Duration: June 1, 2024, through September 1, 2024

This position offers a unique opportunity for one person or a couple to experience the beauty of Alaska's wilderness while providing essential caretaking services for a small, private lodge. Located along a blue ribbon fly-fishing river that offers all five species of salmon, wild rainbow trout, grayling, char, and Dolly Varden.  Offering ample downtime to enjoy the natural surroundings. There are moose, black bears and brown bears that share the area. If you enjoy fishing, and being outdoors and are looking for a memorable summer adventure, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. 

Responsibilities:

• Prepare the private lodge for its owners, ensuring cleanliness and functionality.

• Conduct daily checks and projects, including the use and knowledge of chainsaws, lawnmowers, and tractors.

• Manage daily operations such as cleaning, mowing, weed whacking, trash removal, generator and solar operation and maintenance; and minor repairs.

• Other duties assigned by ops manager 

Requirements:

• Quick learner with the ability to work independently.

• Friendly, organized, and self-motivated individual.

• Prior experience with chainsaws, lawnmowers weed whackers and other small equipment

• A passion for fishing and the outdoors. The Talachulitna is a famous fly-fishing river.

• We are seeking an individual who is proactive, quick to learn, and anticipates the needs of the lodge, taking the initiative to complete tasks promptly and efficiently.

• This is a private lodge, no guiding required.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Additional Information:

• Monthly salary $2000. 

• Private cabin, room and board, hot water, indoor shower/toilet facilities, and necessary supplies provided. You will plan for and prepare your meals in your own well-stocked and fully functioning kitchen. 

• Transportation provided by bush plane. One week off in July.

• Limited cell service available through Verizon Wireless; no internet access unless you have Verizon.

• Training and safety equipment provided.

To Apply:
Please email your resume to Operations Manager Steve Jakab at fly4fish@hotmail.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.