Whitewater rafting guide

Canyon Raft Co. ( Fernie, BC) is currently looking for a skilled Whitewater rafting guide. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join and begin duties immediately. Position status: Seasonal employment or Full time. Shift timings include: Day, Weekend, Flexible hours.

Job Description

• The candidate must escort groups on outdoor sport and recreational trips.
• The candidate must operate and maintain watercraft.
• The candidate must plan trips.
• The candidate must operate photographic and video equipment.
• The candidate must prepare meals.
• The candidate must operate communication, including emergency, devices.
• The candidate must maintain equipment in proper working order.
• The candidate must provide outdoor, wilderness, and wildlife instruction.
• The candidate must address and resolve customers' complaints or concerns professionally.
• The candidate must assist clients/guests with special needs.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program lasting 3 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experience.
• The candidate must have 2 to less than 3 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must show initiative.
• The candidate must have good judgement skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Site Environment

• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
• The candidate must work in wet or damp conditions.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a Bonus, which is money given to an employee in addition to their salary as a reward for good performance.
• The candidate will receive gratuities and cash benefits from the employer for services rendered.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.
• The employer will pay for the candidate's learning/training.
• The candidate should receive on-site housing options, referring to the housing options provided by educational institutions.
• The candidate will have access to on-site recreation and activities.
• The candidate will have access to team-building opportunities.
• The employer will provide transportation for the candidate.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

Apply with the button on this page: your resume is emailed to the employer.

• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?