River Guide- Adventures on the Gorge

Aramark

5d

About The Position

The River Guide-Adventures on the Gorge is responsible for providing exceptional and safe guide services to whitewater participants during rafting trips at Adventures on the Gorge. This is accomplished in the role through providing exceptional guest experience during their scheduled trips. For this role, Adventures on the Gorge is looking for expirienced river guides who have prior expience in rafting guest on commercial trips.

For those canidates that do not have river guiding expirience yet, please see our River Guide trainee position linked here.

Requirements

• Completion of AOTG training program or equivalent
• Must have extensive experience guiding in the same or related environment (Class I to V rapids)
• Sit, stand, swim and walk for varied amounts of time
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be available to work flexible hours

Nice To Haves

• Training in First Aid protocols such as Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness Advanced First Aid, Wilderness EMT or EMT/Paramedic preferred

Responsibilities

• Arrive at scheduled time dressed and ready to work
• Perform pre-trip tasks as assigned by the Trip Leader and River Managers
• Prepare equipment at the put-in as designated by gear truck driver/trip sweep boater
• Provide guests with specific safety instructions regarding equipment and trip plan
• Maintain trip order/plan established by the Trip Leader
• Provide interesting and entertaining information about popular locations or specific points of interest.
• Assist with post-trip jobs i.e. loading/unloading rafts, washing lunch dishes, etc.
• Attend post trip video (if applicable)
• Maintain a working knowledge of all products and services offered by AOTG.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures to ensure safety of guests.
• Guides should test the communications equipment prior to operation.
• Must be a knowledgeable guide for clients and provide support and reassurance.
• Ensures security of company assets and a safe work environment through daily maintenance and housekeeping.
• Works in conditions that involve exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures.
• Maintains excellent customer service and a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees