Zip Line Guide

Alliance Redwoods; Sebastopol (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A leading adventure company in Sebastopol, California is seeking Sweep Guides to provide world-class customer service while zip-lining among the redwoods. Responsibilities include managing guest safety, assisting in tours, and participating in training and rescue scenarios. Candidates must be dependable, able to work at heights, and willing to participate in a 6-day training. A valid driver’s license and CPR certification are required. Opportunities available for both part-time and full-time positions.

Qualifications

• Must pass a background check upon offer acceptance.
• Complete a 6-day, 40-50 hour training.
• Current Driver’s License and clean record required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification (training available).
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Manage risk and ensure personal and guest safety.
• Engage guests cooperatively.
• Pre-screen guests and fit gear.
• Inspect facilities and assist lead guides.
• Participate in rescues and training.

Skills

Dependable

Ability to work at heights

Ability to work outdoors

Physical strength

Team player

Job description

Career Opportunities with Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds

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Nestled off the coast of Northern California and deep in the Redwood forest, Sonoma Zipline Adventures is high adventure and completely unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Our Sweep Guides are charged with the consistent delivery of world-class customer service to guests while Zip-Lining between platforms in trees at speeds of up to 40mph and heights of up to 250ft off the ground. As part of Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds, our Guides also contribute to the recreational, educational, spiritual and social objectives of our Christian mission. Full and Part-Time opportunities available.

Descriptions of Duties

including but not limited to:

• Manage risk at all times, taking responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others
• Engage guests and staff with a humble and cooperative attitude
• Participate in pre-screening guests
• Ensure guests are properly fitted in gear and oriented to zip lining
• Assist lead guides with pre-tour and post-tour set-up and clean-up
• Regularly inspect facilities for cleanliness and readiness for guest use
• Participate in rescue scenarios, training, and actual guest rescues
• Drive guest shuttles

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Dependable and responsible and able to take directions as needed
• Work at heights up to 250ft off the ground
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, and/or rain)
• Able to hike 100 yards uphill without assistance and lift and carry loads of up to 50lbs a distance of 50 yards over uneven terrain
• Weigh between 75 and 250 pounds per engineering safety specifications
• Able and willing to wear a helmet, harness and gloves, and follow rescue procedures and processes (training is provided).

Requirements

• Must pass a background check upon acceptance of employment offer
• Complete and pass a 6-day, 40-50 hour training week. Attendance is REQUIRED all day each day, no exceptions.
• Current Driver’s License and clean driving record
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification (training provided if needed)
• Minimum age requirement of 18 years old
• Must be available on weekends and holidays.