Canopy Tour Guide: Climbing & Zipline Lead (Housing)

Summitbsa; Glen Jean (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Summit Staff Uniform

Work hours: 45-55 per week

Job summary

Summitbsa is seeking a dedicated canopy tour guide to provide safe, fun, and educational experiences at our climbing facilities in Glen Jean, WV. You will supervise and instruct participants in climbing and rappelling activities, while upholding Scout Oath and Law during interactions.

This role includes gear familiarization, staff training participation, and ongoing development throughout the season. Housing, a Summit Staff Uniform, and a predictable work schedule are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to complete Guide Training and assessment.
• Experience guiding or managing others preferred.
• Body weight 50–250 lbs per manufacturer requirements.
• Willing to join Scouting America and submit to background screening.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line supervision and instructions of climbing and rappelling activities.
• Become familiar with the proper gear supplied prior to the camping season.
• Familiarize with all information related to the climbing facilities.
• Participate in staff training during the training period.
• Continuing on-the-job training throughout the season.
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area.
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership.
• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook.

Skills

Guide experience

Team leadership

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Summitbsa is seeking a dedicated canopy tour guide to provide safe, fun, and educational experiences at our climbing facilities in Glen Jean, WV. You will supervise and instruct participants in climbing and rappelling activities, while upholding Scout Oath and Law during interactions.

This role includes gear familiarization, staff training participation, and ongoing development throughout the season. Housing, a Summit Staff Uniform, and a predictable work schedule are provided.