Paddle Board Rental Lead - Summer 2026

Alterra • Deer Valley, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Rental Lead role is responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences on the water while maintaining the highest standards of safety and equipment care. This position combines instruction/guiding, guest service, equipment management, and oversight of daily operations, making it ideal for individuals who enjoy leading a department, working outdoors, and engaging with guests in an active environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required
• Prior water guiding experience required
• Ability to demonstrate strong swimming skills and comfort on the water
• Excellent communication and guest service skills
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry paddleboards and equipment
• Schedule includes weekends, holidays, and peak summer periods

Nice To Haves

• Prior paddleboarding, boating, or outdoor recreation experience preferred
• Paddleboard or paddling instruction certification preferred
• Utah Mussel-Aware Certification (Aquatic Invasive Species prevention) preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional service to all guests participating in paddleboard rentals
• Provide instruction for individuals and groups
• Deliver basic SUP guidance with rentals, including safety briefings, paddling techniques, and basic on-water guidance
• Ensure all guests are properly fitted with required safety equipment, including U.S. Coast Guard–approved life jackets
• Oversee daily operations of SUP rentals, communicating with retail management any guest feedback, needs, or concerns
• Assist with launching and retrieving paddleboards
• Maintain rental equipment, including cleaning, inspection, and proper storage
• Enforce all Deer Valley and state safety policies and procedures
• Complete incident reports and communicate any safety concerns promptly
• Adhere to all Utah boating and water safety regulations
• Follow aquatic invasive species protocols, including cleaning and draining equipment between uses
• Maintain awareness of emergency procedures and assist in response situations as needed
• Complete and maintain proper documentation, including liability waivers and incident reporting
• Support daily setup and breakdown of rental operations

Benefits

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts
• Free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match
• NEW starting wage of $20 per hour
• health benefits
• ski privileges
• subsidized meals
• discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed