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Job Description
All candidates must share our philosophy of sustainable practices, and our focus on excellence and safety. Applicants must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and great communication skills.
CURRENT OPENING:
ADVENTURE GUIDE - in training
Definition: Adventure Guide provides customer service, instructs and leads participant groups on the tours.
Summary of essential job functions:
Provides excellent customer service to all guests of Navitat Canopy Adventures
Ensures all course operations are conducted in accordance with Navitat Canopy Adventures safety standards
Adheres to all policies and procedures set by Navitat Canopy Adventures
Supervises the progress of an assigned participant group in conjunction with another guide
Provides a narrative for tour guests about local ecology and history
Completes an inspection of all course components and of all course gear daily
Fits harnesses and helmets correctly and supervises the use of all personal safety equipment
Conducts participant orientation and pre-screening
Assists with course and site maintenance efforts as needed
Attends ongoing training throughout the season
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Guiding experience in adventure tours preferred
Has a strong understanding of local ecology and history
Must pass initial guide training
Must pass a monthly skills assessment
Current First Aid and CPR certifications o Wilderness First Responder preferred
Must have strong risk management experience
Ability to communicate and work as an effective team member
Ability to work long hours and irregular shifts in a multi task environment
Speaks fluent English and uses cordial manners
Physical abilities required:
Must have ability to perform work at height
Must be able to perform all technical rescue associated with the tours
Full range of overhead arm motions to pull two people along cable
This position may require walking and standing for long period of times in all weather conditions
Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Able to speak in front of large groups effectively
Job specifics:
Must have a flexible schedule
Ability to fulfill on-call shifts
Part-time, seasonal positions available following training
Resume’s will be reviewed throughout January and February
Training will begin in February
PLEASE ATTACH A COVER LETTER, RESUME AND REFERENCES IN YOUR EMAIL
PLEASE DO NOT CALL - WE WILL CONTACT YOU VIA PHONE OR EMAIL AFTER REVIEWING YOUR RESUME
For additional information visit www.navitat.com
