Whitewater Raft Guide - Experienced

The-Outlaw-Group; Idaho Springs (CO); In loco; USD 18.000 - 25.000; Tempo pieno

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Gear discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

The Outlaw Group is seeking energetic Whitewater Raft Guides for AVA Rafting & Zip Line with locations in Idaho Springs and other areas. You will lead safe, educational river trips, ensure guest satisfaction, and maintain equipment for a top-tier outdoor experience.

Ideal candidates are physically fit, enjoy teamwork, and hold CPR/First Aid certifications or are willing to obtain them. Seasonal full-time and part-time roles available, with an emphasis on customer care and safety.

Competenze

• Must be physically capable and passionate about the outdoors.
• Experience in whitewater or adventure guiding preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Mansioni

• Lead safe, educational river trips and provide exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain equipment, gear, and work area; ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Assist guests with river safety and rescue procedures as needed.

Conoscenze

Outdoor leadership

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

CPR / First Aid

Strumenti

River rescue gear

Descrizione del lavoro

Join the Team!At the Outlaw Group, we believe in working hard, playing hard, and constantly striving for excellence.Not only do we seek to provide unforgettable experiences for our guests, but we encourage our employees to reimagine the best of Colorado’s outdoor spaces and urban areas. We are adventurers, innovators, and explorers, and we look for employees that share this same passion for life. We intend to grow together, testing the boundaries of what is possible, as we constantly consider new ways to challenge ourselves and industry standards.Job Description:AVA Rafting & Zipline: Raft GuidesLocation(s):Idaho Springs CO, Buena Vista CO, Kremmling CO, Moab UtahWork Season:Full time and Part Time, June 2026 to September 2026,Relocation?:Would you be moving to Utah for this summer gig? AVA does offer some employee campgrounds for accommodations.Pay Rate:Starting pay for experienced guides is 15.56 an hour, with tips adding anywhere from an additional 10 to 20 dollars an hour on average. Guides with additional experience are eligible for further compensation.AVA is seeking enthusiastic, safety-oriented, and dynamic individuals to join our team as Whitewater Raft Guides for the upcoming season. As a Raft Guide, you will be the face of our company, responsible for leading safe, educational, and fun river trips while ensuring an exceptional customer experience.A Whitewater Raft Guide is responsible for safely navigating a commercial raft down the river while managing guests, providing interpretive information, and executing swiftwater rescue techniques as needed.Have River Experience?AVA is looking for experienced raft guides to join our team across Utah. If you are looking for new water and great people we are the company for you! If you have experience in class III+ whitewater, apply today.*Experienced raft guides will need up-to date and verifiable river miles upon employment start and will be required to perform checkout runs for each stretch of river to be commercially guided with AVA**NOTE * This job does require onsite location in Utah, the company does have options areas for employees to live during the summerWhat You'll DoNavigate rafts down a river while managing a great guest experience!Maintain equipment, gear, and the work area.Maintain situational awareness and readiness to help perform river rescue maneuvers if needed.2 -3 trips a day typically ~9-hour workdaysHaving a great time outdoors with guest and coworkers!What we Look ForPhysically capable individuals passionate about the outdoors.Strong teamwork skills.People with an emphasis on customer care.Experience on class III to class V whitewater.Individuals with up-to-date CPR, First Aid, and other training is always a plus!Work AvailabilityPart Time < ~30 hoursFull Time ~ 40 hoursHolidays (4th of July)BenefitsThe job is a service industry job meaning guest are encouraged to tip.Base pay is, with tipped income commonly adding an additional 10 to 20 dollars an hour.Gear discounts! AVA works with many companies in the outdoor industry, as an AVA employee you have access to discounts strictly for outdoor industry professionals across many major brands such as North face, Yeti, Patagonia, and more.Why Apply Today?Whether it's your love for the Rockies, soaking up the sun, meeting new friends, or trying something new – AVA offers all this as a Whitewater Raft Guide!Apply on Indeed or directly with our website,Careers | AVA Rafting: https://www.coloradorafting.net/about-us/employment/If you are interested in joining the AVA Team this summer, then please apply today! AVA strives to deliver the very highest level of guest service while bringing awareness and understanding of the surrounding wilderness to our guests. As leaders in our industry, we set examples in safety, professionalism, outdoor skills and guest service, while providing low-impact environmental recreation.AVA Rafting & Zip Line is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.