Whitewater Raft Guide - Experienced

Arkansas Valley Adventures; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gear discounts with outdoor brands

Employee accommodation options

Job summary

Arkansas Valley Adventures in Moab, Utah, is seeking experienced Whitewater Raft Guides for the summer season from June 2026 to September 2026. The role offers both full-time (~40 hours) and part-time (<30 hours) opportunities with employee accommodations onsite.

Starting pay is $15.56 per hour, plus tips of $10 to $20 hourly based on experience. This role involves leading river trips, navigating whitewater, and maintaining safety and gear.

Apply today to join a passionate team dedicated to providing unforgettable outdoor experiences!

Qualifications

• Must perform checkout runs for each stretch of river.
• Available for the full season from June to September.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe and enjoyable river trips.
• Navigate commercial rafts down class III to V whitewater.
• Maintain equipment and perform routine inspections.

Skills

Strong teamwork and customer-care skills

Experience navigating class III to class V whitewater

Physically capable and passionate about the outdoors

Up-to-date CPR, First Aid, and rescue training

Job description

Job Description

AVA Rafting & Zipline is seeking Whitewater Raft Guides for the Moab, Utah location for the summer season June 2026 to September 2026. The position is full‑time or part‑time (part‑time <30 hours and full‑time ~40 hours). Relocation services include employee campgrounds for accommodations while the guide works onsite in Utah.

Pay and Benefits

Starting pay for experienced guides is $15.56 an hour. Tips typically add an additional $10 to $20 per hour. Guides with further experience may earn higher compensation. Additional benefits include gear discounts with bulk partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, educational, and enjoyable river trips, serving as the face of the company.
• Navigate commercial rafts down class III – V whitewater, managing guests and maintaining situational awareness.
• Provide interpretive information to guests during the trip.
• Execute swiftwater rescue techniques as needed and maintain readiness for rescue.
• Maintain equipment, gear, and work area, performing routine inspections.
• Work 2–3 trips a day, typically 9‑hour shifts.
• Maintain a great outdoor experience with guests and coworkers.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Physically capable and passionate about the outdoors.
• Strong teamwork and customer‑care skills.
• Experience navigating class III to class V whitewater.
• Up‑to‑date CPR, First Aid, and other rescue training.
• Current, verifiable river miles demonstrated before employment start; must perform checkout runs for each stretch of river to be guided with AVA.
• Available for the full season as listed under work availability.

Work Availability

Part‑time: <30 hours per week. Full‑time: ~40 hours per week.

Benefits

Guide gratuities are expected from guests. Base pay plus tips. Employee access to gear discounts from major outdoor brands such as North Face, Yeti, Patagonia, and other partners.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.