Zipline Canopy Tour Guide

Common Ground Center for Community Renewal • Oberlin, OH

1d • $14 - $15

About The Position

Ready for an exciting job where you can share your passion for adventure and nature with others? Join us as a Zipline Canopy Tour Guide! Lead participants through the treetops, across ziplines, sky-bridges, and tree platforms with professionalism and positivity. No prior ziplining experience needed – we provide comprehensive training. This position offers flexible scheduling that allows you to balance other jobs, school, and family commitments, so soaring through the air in the woods can be your side gig! Embrace your love for the outdoors, share your enthusiasm, and kickstart your adventure career today. Apply now for a chance to be part of the adventure! Season: Peak Season is June-August with additional guiding opportunities in Autumn and Spring. Pay Rate: $14/hour guides, $15/hour lead guides Training: Guide: May 15-20, 2026 Lead Guide: June, date TBD (Sweep training required)

Requirements

• Enthusiastic and self-motivated with strong communication skills.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture with many personalities.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Successfully complete canopy tour guide training and verification.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Able to physically maneuver the canopy tour course and assist participants.
• Engaging and creative while speaking to groups of participants.
• Possess a keen attention to detail
• Ability to face stressful situations calmly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and document equipment and assist with pre and post-tour tasks.
• Greet all participants warmly and establish a welcoming atmosphere.
• Guide up to two canopy tours per day.
• Debrief experiences with fellow staff to make constructive improvements.
• Ensure safety procedures are enforced for the well-being of self and others.
• Follow emergency procedures, including conducting aerial rescues as trained.
• Adhere to industry standards as instructed by Common Ground.

Benefits

• Earn tips from tours to supplement hourly wages
• Flexible scheduling around other jobs and commitments
• First Aid/CPR training and certification provided
• Thorough, paid, beginner-friendly Canopy Tour Guide training provided at $12/hour
• FBI/BCI criminal background check provided
• Possibility to train and work as a Program Facilitator and Tree Climbing Facilitator

What This Job Offers

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