HAP Fairbanks Transportation Division

Work & Travel in the Heart of Alaska

Imagine starting your workday under a sun that never really sets, surrounded by boreal forests, glacial rivers and the promise of the northern lights by season’s end. HAP Fairbanks Transportation Division is looking for energetic university students to join its team as Luggage Handlers in Fairbanks, Alaska – one of the most unforgettable Work & Travel USA destinations on the map.

This is a hands-on hospitality role at the front line of guest arrivals and departures, perfect for students who like staying active, meeting travellers from all over the world and finishing each shift knowing they made someone’s Alaskan adventure smoother.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Loading and unloading guest luggage from motorcoaches, shuttles, trains and hotel vehicles
• Tagging, sorting and organising bags accurately so every suitcase reaches the right room or coach
• Delivering luggage to guest rooms and assisting with special requests
• Greeting arriving guests warmly and answering basic questions about the property and Fairbanks
• Keeping luggage storage areas, carts and entrances tidy, safe and well organised
• Working closely with front desk, tour and transportation teams during busy arrival waves

Why Fairbanks, Alaska?

Fairbanks is the gateway to Alaska’s interior and a true bucket-list location. During the summer you’ll experience up to 21 hours of daylight, endless hiking trails, riverboat cruises and easy access to Denali National Park and the Arctic Circle. As the season shifts toward fall, the tundra turns gold and the aurora borealis begins to appear in the night sky – something very few Work & Travel participants ever get to see.

The city has a friendly, small-town feel with a huge international summer workforce, so you’ll be surrounded by students from around the globe who become friends for life.

Position Details

• Employer: HAP Fairbanks Transportation Division
• Position: Luggage Handler
• Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
• Industry: Hospitality / Tourism & Transportation
• Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
• Hours: approx. 35 hours per week
• Tips: Yes – guest gratuities boost your earnings
• Season: Summer to Fall

Benefits

• Competitive $17/hour wage – well above many Work & Travel positions
• Regular cash tips from grateful guests
• Extended season from summer into fall means more weeks of earning
• Opportunity for overtime during peak arrival periods
• Experience with a respected Alaskan hospitality and tourism operator
• Access to Alaska’s most iconic outdoor adventures on your days off
• Multicultural team environment and daily English practice

What We’re Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA programme
• Good physical condition – you’ll be lifting bags and on your feet for most of the shift
• Conversational English and a friendly, guest-focused attitude
• Reliability, punctuality and the ability to work as part of a team
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Availability for the full summer-to-fall season

Ready to earn well and live an Alaskan summer you’ll talk about forever? Apply now for the Luggage Handler position with HAP Fairbanks Transportation Division – spaces for this popular Alaska destination fill up fast.