OARS Whitewater Guide
OARS Whitewater Guide
A leader in the whitewater rafting and adventure travel industry since 1969, OARS has set the standard in first-class rafting, hiking and multi-sport adventures with more than 75 unique itineraries around the world. At our core, beyond “Guiding Life’s Greatest Adventures,” we’re a second generation family-owned outfitter that strives to make a positive impact on people’s lives by providing outstanding river trips and other outdoor adventures. We encourage and actively support awareness, deeper appreciation, and
preservation of our rivers and environment, and seek like-minded individuals who share that same passion to join our extended team.
POSITION SUMMARY
An OARS guide supports the OARS mission, promise and core values by providing high-quality experiences for our guests, while minimizing risk in a dynamic and wild environment.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
● Health Insurance Stipend
● 401(k) Plan with Company match
● Guide Request Commission
● Sales Commissions
● Staff Guest Rates for friends and family on trips
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
● Seasonal
QUALIFICATIONS
● Minimum of CPR, epinephrine auto-injector, and First-Aid level (Wilderness First Responder or greater is required for multi-day guides, day-guides are required to have minimum WFA), and swiftwater training
● Communication, customer service, and people skills.
● Ability to work with a diverse group of guests and coworkers.
● Willingness to work all aspects of the job.
● Physically fit, water-based guides must be able to self-rescue back into boat.
● Appropriate training, experience, and competency for the river or trail, water level and type of craft used on the trip.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
● Foster a respectful workplace.
● Demonstrates the ability to learn and execute the skills and knowledge required to conduct trip operations.
● Maintains required personal equipment in good working order for region of hire.
● Familiarization of OARS policies, handbooks, and plans including workplace safety; and managing agency requirements.
● In-depth knowledge of emergency plans and procedures.
● Trained and tested on vehicle policies, practices and procedures when applicable.