Whitewater Raft Guide

Full Time
Durango, CO
Posted
Job description

May 2023-To Mid August 2023

Are you interested in rafting on the Lower Animas or other rivers? We are hiring for both non-certified and certified raft guides on the Lower Animas and other rivers in the Southwest. Other rivers we run include Ruby Horsethief, Westwater Canyon, and the Moab Daily in Utah. The San Miguel, Dolores River, Upper, and Lower Animas, and the Piedra in Colorado. Along with the Rio Chama in New Mexico.

We are seeking energetic and passionate candidates who share a common love and respect for the outdoors and can offer our guests a unique and unforgettable experience while maintaining the highest quality of customer service.
If you’re able to fit into a great team environment but are still able to work autonomously you might be the person we’re looking for!
The job involves 8 to 10-hour workdays, and the position does involve weekend shifts split with other team members, as our tours operate seven 7 days a week. We are looking for part-time and full-time guides.

As a Raft Guide you will be responsible for:

  • Develop your own unique tour addressing various topics that will engage, educate, and entertain the guest.
  • Ensure guests are comfortable and feel safe.
  • Manage and guide small groups of (usually) 2 to 9 people while on a raft.
  • Adhering to strict timelines associated with the beginning and end of each trip.
  • Pre and post prep activities.
  • Coordinating with other team members in various aspects of scheduling and prepping for trips.

Job Requirements

  • Excellent public speaking skills.
  • Physically able to perform duties of the job.
  • Flexibility in availability to accommodate guest reservation/scheduling changes.
  • Current First Aid and CPR card.
  • Ability to quickly establish a positive rapport with guests and teammates.
  • Work independenttly and as a member of a team.
  • Willingness to learn and expand personal and professional boundaries.

Preferred

  • Minimal 1-year experience as a raft guide or relevant transferable skills.
  • Colorado State Certified Raft Guide.
  • Has an up to date guide log with recorded trips and river miles

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position ranges between $15 - $17 before gratuity. This range is based on potential employee qualifications, skills, and operational needs.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties established to meet the ongoing needs of the business. Durango Rivertrippers LLC and DBA’s is an “at-will” employer.

Durango Rivertrippers LLC and DBA’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Tips

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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