Multi-sport Assistant Guide / Outfitter
Posted by Zion Adventures on 12/30/2021
Job Basics
Industry Sector: Bike, Outdoor
Job Categories: Guide (raft,fish,bike hunt,horse etc.), Outdoor Education, Outfitter- Adventure Travel Staff
Company Type: Gym/Outfitter, HardGoods/Equipment, Recreation, Service, TravelandTourism
State: UT
City: SPRINGDALE
Country: United States
Required Experience: 0 - 1 year
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $15/hour
Required to Relocate: Yes
Required to Travel:
Employee May Telecommute: No
Job Seeker Must Live Within: 50+ miles
Job Description & Requirements
Many dream of working in the outdoor industry, but few find opportunities for real-world training like this. Being an assistant guide at Zion Adventures is demanding, rewarding, and extremely educational. ZAC Assistant Guides spend about 2/3rds of their season working in the shop as an outfitter, and the other third out in the field on trips. Towards the end of the season, some Assistant Guides feel ready to lead trips on their own and stay on staff as Lead Guides the following season. We invite our applicants to view working with us as a multi-year opportunity.
Starting Wage: $15/hour
Qualifications:
Required:
Minimum of 23 years of age
An enduring commitment to learning, and the ability to do so quickly
Ability to work well with all types of people, especially children
Patience
Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong attention to detail?
A high level of social grace
The ability to form meaningful connections with others quickly
Preferred:
Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder Certification
Experience with technical rope systems/skills
Experience climbing in single pitch terrain
Commitment to serving others
Ability to create order in chaotic environments??
Outfitter:
Checking in, cleaning, and repairing gear
Answering questions and facilitating meaningful, helpful, intelligent, and pleasant conversations with customers
Outfitting customers for the Narrows and other hikes
Answering the phone and replying to e-mails
Booking guided trips and shuttle reservations
Offering expertise on local recreation opportunities and logistics
Managing product inventory on our retail floor
Assistant Guide:
Participate in professional training opportunities regularly
Work collaboratively with fellow guides and guide management
Facilitate half- and full-day canyoneering, hiking, rock climbing, and mountain biking trips
Create a safe, fun, and educational atmosphere
Build, evaluate, and manage a wide variety of anchor and rope systems
Wash, repair, and maintain guide equipment
Build a comprehensive knowledge base of the roads, hikes, canyons, and hidden secrets of Zion National Park and the surrounding areas
Dates of Employment:
March 1st- November 28th
Schedule is determined by client demand and trip bookings. As a result, you may work 3 days during some weeks, but will most often work 5 days. Our aim is to create a regular work schedule for you where you have the same 2 consecutive days off.
Each year, there are some year-round staff positions available.
About Zion Adventures
Since 1996 we have been Zion National Park's premiere outfitters, educators, and guides - helping visitors experience Zion like no one else can. We embrace the opportunity to connect visitors with adventure in the area which extends to many realms. This includes guided trips in canyoneering, rock climbing, biking, and hiking. Our rental and retail store specializes in equipping visitors with anything they may need to better enjoy the area from friendly knowledgable staff. We rent equipment for the Zion Narrows as well as other slot canyon adventures requiring specialized cold water equipment and help assist bicyclists with bike rentals, and information to enjoy the park on two wheels. We are passionate about providing an exceptional level of service to others and strive for excellence in everything that we do.