Whitewater Raft Guide (Seasonal)

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What?

Guides are the heart of our business. You are the reason that people enjoy the trip (or not!), and come back to see us year after year. This is a very physical job, involving carrying heavy rafts and guiding the raft down the river (while providing an enjoyable experience for the guests). Cuts, scrapes, and bruises are common. You are outside in all kinds of weather, and responsible for making people who are accustomed to air-conditioning and umbrellas that it is ok, and in fact enjoyable, to be out in the heat and/or the rain. Who?

People who are outdoor oriented, who like being outside in all kinds of weather and showing customers that heat, rain, sun and cold are all part of life! Dependability is crucial, including a willingness to work when sick and hurt. The rafts are heavy and must be carried 1/4 mile, in addition to actually guiding them down the river, so people who are physically active and have stamina do much better as guides. Please note that this in no way excludes females! We are relatively flexible on start dates, but we expect you to work through the entire summer (mid-August). The ability to work week-ends through September or October is a plus.

Training It takes about a week full-time to train to become a guide. Guides without prior commercial experience must complete guide training school. Candidates for Guide at Sheltowee Trace Adventure Resort are given a discounted rate of $125 for the school. Once you have successfully completed the training, you are a Junior Guide and are given your throw bag and a carabiner and put on the schedule. You will need to complete a Community First Aid/CPR class, River Rescue training, and Customer Service class (and have the approval of your Trip Leaders) to become a Full Guide (G1). These classes are offered free of charge to our staff. You may have some of this training already (your certifications must be good for the entire summer) and/or or you may complete these courses elsewhere. There are higher grades of guide as well as Assistant Trip Leaders and Trip Leaders positions for those who return and who are willing to take on additional responsibility.

Equipment We will provide the equipment that you need during your training. After you have started working, you will need to start to accumulate your own equipment. You will need a PFD, paddle, helmet, throw bag and carabiner. These last two items are provided at the end of the guide training. You can purchase these items through us at cost, or purchase them elsewhere. Returning guides who are upgrading their equipment are good sources of cheap gear.

• Minimum age: 18
• Very physical job
• Approx 1 week to train
• Open April through October, but mid-June to mid-August is main season

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: From $92.00 per day

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Application Question(s):

• Why would you be a great person for this position?
• Do you have any customer service experience?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations