Husky Musher

The Northern Lights Village brand was born in 2016 and since then we have opened three resorts in Finnish Lapland. We pride ourselves in delivering consistently warm and personalized service to our guests. Everyone working at the Northern Lights Village embraces this mission with great care and responsibility. We appreciate the insight of every individual and see our employees as our most valuable resource.
Our guests are truly international and so is our team, speaking all together 17 languages!

About the Job:

Do you love the thrill of the Arctic wilderness and have a passion for working with dogs? We are seeking a dedicated and adventurous Husky Musher to join our team for the winter season. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily care of our husky dogs and delivering exceptional sledding experiences to our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Caring for and training our husky dogs
• Leading guests on husky sledding tours
• Providing safety instructions and ensuring guest safety during tours
• Maintaining the kennels and equipment
• Feeding, grooming, and monitoring the health of the huskies
• Delivering a memorable and educational experience to guests about huskies and mushing
• Assisting with other resort activities as needed

Requirements:

• Experience in dog mushing or working with sled dogs
• A strong passion for animals and wildlife
• Good physical fitness and stamina
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of animal first aid
• Ability to work in cold weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license

Beneficial Qualifications:

• Experience in tourism or guiding
• Fluency in multiple languages
• Knowledge of local area

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A positive and supportive working environment
• Discounts across our properties and facilities

Pay, Duration, and Benefits:

• Starts: October, Ends: April
• Minimum 90 working hours per 3 weeks period
• Hourly pay negotiated in an interview, according to knowledge and experience
• Other benefits according to the collective labour agreement
• If necessary, the resort provides accommodation in a shared room for €250,00/month

How to Apply:

Before applying, please ensure you have the right to work in Finland.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we may not reply to applications that do not fulfil the stated requirements. Should your application meet the initial selection criteria, you will receive a reply in early August at the latest.

If you have a passion for adventure and want to help us deliver exceptional guest services in Finnish Lapland, apply now and join the Northern Lights Village team!