Maligne Rafting Jasper AB whitewater rafting guide

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Whitewater Rafting Guide in a breathtaking outdoor environment! This seasonal full-time position offers the chance to lead adventurous groups on thrilling rafting trips while ensuring their safety and enjoyment. You'll operate watercraft, maintain equipment, and provide wilderness instruction, all while working in the stunning natural landscapes of Jasper. If you have a passion for the outdoors, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the adventure and make lasting memories while guiding others through the beauty of nature!

Benefits

Housing allowance

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site housing options

Transportation provided by employer

Bonus

Gratuities

Qualifications

• First Aid and CPR certifications are essential for this role.
• Experience in guiding rafting and canoeing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort groups on outdoor sport and recreational trips.
• Operate and maintain watercraft and provide wildlife instruction.

Skills

Client focus

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Watercraft

Photographic and video equipment

Communication devices

Job description

Maligne Rafting Jasper AB Whitewater Rafting Guide

Company: Maligne Rafting Adventures Ltd

Location: Jasper, AB

Pay: $18–$22 an hour

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: Housing allowance

Job Duration: Seasonal

Language: English

Hours: 30 to 44 hours per week

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work Site Environment: Outdoors/In/on water/Wet/damp

Responsibilities:

1. Escort groups on outdoor sport and recreational trips
2. Operate and maintain watercraft
3. Plan trips
4. Operate photographic and video equipment
5. Operate communication (including emergency) devices
6. Maintain equipment
7. Provide outdoor, wilderness, and wildlife instruction
8. Address customers' complaints or concerns
9. Assist clients/guests with special needs

Minimum Requirements:

1. First Aid Certificate
2. Wilderness First Aid Certificate
3. CPR Certificate
4. Advanced Wilderness First Aid Certificate
5. Guide specialization in Rafting and Canoeing

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

1. Fast-paced environment
2. Work under pressure
3. Handling heavy loads
4. Physically demanding
5. Manual dexterity
6. Combination of sitting, standing, walking
7. Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal Suitability:

1. Client focus
2. Efficient interpersonal skills
3. Excellent oral communication
4. Flexibility
5. Initiative
6. Judgement
7. Organized
8. Reliability
9. Team player

Screening Questions:

1. Are you available for the advertised start date?
2. Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
3. Are you willing to relocate for this position?
4. Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
5. Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience:

Experience is an asset.

Financial Benefits:

Bonus, Gratuities

Other Benefits:

Learning/training paid by employer, On-site housing options, Transportation provided by employer