Sled Dog Guide

Location: Rovaniemi, Finland

Position: Seasonal position

Working hours: 30–40 hours per week

Starting: The season runs from September 21 to early April, with possible extension depending on snow, weather and demand

At Bearhill Husky, you wont just make one persons day — youll create unforgettable moments for 150+ guests a day. With 100+ sled dogs, snowmobiles, campfires, and the Arctic wilderness as your stage, this job is part guiding, part performing, and 100% Adventure.

Bearhill Husky is one of the largest and most dynamic husky kennels in Finnish Lapland — and were now looking for sled dog guides to join our internal team for the upcoming winter season. Its an adventure, a performance, a team effort — and were looking for the right people to shine in the spotlight.

About the Job:

As a Sled Dog Guide at Bearhill Husky, youll be part of a professional and passionate international team delivering unforgettable adventures in the Arctic. Your days will be filled with:

Guiding guests on husky tours Driving sleds, snowmobiles and assisting with logistics and safety operations Sharing stories, entertaining, and building connections with people from all around the world Taking care of our incredible dogs and ensuring their well-being Working long days, in all weathers, and loving every bit of it

What Kind of People Are We Looking For?

Were not just hiring guides — were looking for born entertainers, natural leaders, and team players who thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. You should love to talk, laugh, engage, explain, guide, and repeat.

This is the perfect job for people who: Are energized by meeting hundreds of new people each week Want to work in a large, professional, international kennel Enjoy being outside every day, no matter the weather Can handle organized chaos with a smile Are willing to learn, adapt, and get their hands dirty

To Succeed in This Role, You Must Have:

For this role, you must be at least 18 years old and fluent in English (our working language), with a strong sense of customer service and hospitality. The role also requires a good level of physical fitness, as it includes lifting (up to 20 kg), frequent bending, and repetitive tasks such as handling dogs. You will be active throughout the day and working outdoors in all weather conditions, so good vision and awareness are important for safely managing dogs and guiding outdoors. In addition, you should have:

A strong sense of customer service and hospitality Good physical condition and resilience under pressure A positive attitude and team spirit The ability to work independently and take initiative A valid B drivers license

Bonus Skills We Love:

Prior experience in guiding, tourism, or seasonal outdoor jobs Animal handling experience, especially with dogs Experience with snowmobiles (or willingness to learn quickly)

Why Bearhill Husky?

Be part of a well-established, highly-rated company with years of experience Work with a large and supportive international team Gain hands-on experience in tourism, dog care, and Arctic operations Spend your season in one of the most beautiful parts of Finland Create memories, friendships, and stories to last a lifetime

Ready to Run with the Pack?

This isnt just a job — its a lifestyle. If youre ready to work hard, laugh harder, and lead guests through magical Lapland landscapes every day, send us your application now. Spots fill quickly, and were excited to hear from you.

Apply today and lets make winter unforgettable — together.

To apply, please send an email to operations@bearhillhusky.com

Bearhill husky is a family run touring husky kennel since 2003. We are based in Rovaniemi, Finland. Its our passion to exceed our guests expectations and work with dogs, breed them, train them and let them be the best dogs they can be.

As an independent tourism kennel we focus on the best customer experience and the welfare of our dogs. We highly value sustainable ways to run our business. Bearhill husky is Green Activities and Sustainable Tourism Finland certified. We offer a well organised, progressive and friendly international work environment.