Alaska Drivers provide safe transportation for students, staff, and faculty to and from the field in a variety of vehicles. Drivers will travel to remote trail heads all over the state in buses, vans and trucks with trailers. Drivers will also assist in maintenance and cleanliness of the vehicle fleet.

Key Information:

• Upload your cover letter and resume as one PDF document when you are prompted to upload your CV/resume.

• Must possess a Class C CDL and be willing to apply for temporary State of Alaska CDL for use during Summer Season

• Location: NOLS Alaska in Palmer, Alaska

• Position type: Seasonal (May-August 2026)

• Start date: May 18, 2026

• Benefits: On-site housing is available for a modest fee, which includes internet, food staples, lunch, and dinner when the kitchen is open, and access to a shared staff car. Living areas are communal, and everyone pitches in with daily chores.

Questions? feel free to contact peopleteam@nols.edu

What does a Driver do?

• Perform thorough pre and post trip inspections of vehicles

• Carry a gas card and/or credit card and manage monthly expense tracking for the use of these cards

• Ensure vehicles are loading with necessary food, equipment, and supplies before each drive

• Drive NOLS courses to various locations around Alaska

• Drop and retrieve equipment at various locations

• Maintain clean and professional condition of vehicles

• Stage vehicles and prepare them for departure

• Ensure a positive, safe driving environment to and from the field

• Train less experienced drivers as necessary

What makes a great Driver at NOLS?

For this position, we are seeking a person who is detail oriented and strives to provide safe and professional transportation to/from the field.

• Must possess a Class C CDL and be willing to apply for temporary State of Alaska CDL for use during Summer Season

• Possess basic mechanical aptitude and ability to consistently perform pre-trip mechanical inspection of vehicles, as well as manage minor roadside mechanical issues.

• Able to work independently, be attentive to details, and resourceful.

• Excellent driving skills and willingness to complete NOLS Defensive Driver Training

• Willing to work flexible hours that include some overnight drivers, weekends, and holidays

• Desire to interact with NOLS students, faculty, and in-town staff.

• Eager to live and work in a small community that shares responsibility for maintaining common areas.

• Be 21 years of age - NOLS Insurance requires drivers to be at least 21 years old

How to Apply

Upload your cover letter and resume as one PDF document when you are prompted to upload your CV/resume.

At NOLS we use the Applied platform for our recruitment. The Applied platform will ask you some demographic questions before you start your application. We at NOLS never see the responses to these demographic questions with your application. We only see summary statistics to help us check if our candidate pool is balanced and if everyone has an equal chance to get hired irrespective of their background. If you prefer, you can easily opt out of answering these questions.

Who is NOLS?

NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that strives to be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills and leadership that serve people and the environment. Our community—staff, students, trustees, and alumni—shares a commitment to wilderness, education, leadership, safety, community, and excellence. 

We believe that anyone can be a leader; it is our role to provide the environment and training to help people discover their full potential. We do that in classrooms close to home and in remote wilderness areas around the world. We are an organization with heart, expertise, and wildness, and these qualities help us support powerful, authentic experiences.

Why is NOLS a great place to work?

• Global Reach: With locations across the U.S. operations in six countries, and courses running in all 50 states and more than 10 countries, you’ll be part of an organization with a truly worldwide impact.

• Course Discounts: Receive special pricing on NOLS courses for yourself and your family.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Flexible Time Off: We offer a flexible time off policy that empowers employees to take the time they need for rest, adventure, and personal priorities without the constraints of traditional accrual systems.

• Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential, 24/7 counseling and support services to help you maintain balance and well-being.

Additional Information

To support pay transparency and equity, the posted salary range is fixed. We encourage you to explore our opportunities that fit your pay expectations. 

• A criminal background check is required from all NOLS employees.

• NOLS participates in e-verify for U.S. employees, Certificado de Antecedentes for Chilean or Mexican employees, and other relevant employment verification systems based on location.

• Current NOLS employees please note it is NOLS policy to conduct an internal reference check with People Team and/or your current supervisor as part of the reference check process. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact peopleteam@nols.edu.

NOLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetics information, disability unrelated to job or admission requirements, or status as a protected veteran. The school’s nondiscrimination policy applies to all phases of its employment process.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested for disability; limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition; religion; and domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment by emailing peopleteam@nols.edu with your request.