Gauley Season Whitewater Guide

Aramark; Lansing (WV); On-site; USD 16,531 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking River Guide II for Adventures on the Gorge on the Gauley River for the 2026 season. Applicants must document guiding experience in Class 4/5 rapids with a commercial log and complete AOTG training or equivalent. Training starts Sept 11, 2026, with a guide meeting on that day; arrival by Sept 9 is advised.

Responsibilities include safety instruction, equipment prep, guest engagement, and post-trip duties. Email inquiries about training opportunities to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification (hands-on) required.
• Training in Wilderness First Responder/Advanced First Aid preferred.
• Swift Water Rescue certification preferred.
• AOTG training or equivalent required.
• Extensive experience guiding in Class IV/V with a commercial log.

Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled shifts on time and prepared.
• Perform pre-trip tasks as directed by Trip Leader/Managers.
• Prepare equipment at put-in as assigned.
• Provide guests with safety instructions for equipment and trip plan.
• Maintain trip order and plan.
• Share information about locations of interest with guests.
• Assist with post-trip tasks and equipment cleaning.
• Attend post-trip video if offered.
• Maintain knowledge of all AOTG products/services.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Flexible hours

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Wilderness First Responder

Wilderness Advanced First Aid

Wilderness EMT or EMT/Paramedic

Swift Water Rescue certification

AOTG training program or equivalent

Job description

Aramark is seeking River Guide II for Adventures on the Gorge on the Gauley River for the 2026 season. Applicants must document guiding experience in Class 4/5 rapids with a commercial log and complete AOTG training or equivalent. Training starts Sept 11, 2026, with a guide meeting on that day; arrival by Sept 9 is advised.

Responsibilities include safety instruction, equipment prep, guest engagement, and post-trip duties. Email inquiries about training opportunities to [e-mail].