Outdoor Adventure Guide

JOB DESCRIPTION

Great news! Cliff Creek Outfitters is currently hiring River and Cycling Guides! Cliff Creek Outfitters (CCO) has been a leading tour outfitter in the valley for over 30 years, offering river, lake, and land activities for all to enjoy. Join a supportive team culture that prides itself in offering exceptional internal and external customer service. In this role, you will provide the gear and instruction to customers for several water and land activities: Rafting , Kayaking , Stand Up Paddleboarding, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, and Hiking ! Combine your outdoor passion with your work.

Responsibilities for this position include:

Successfully lead water and land tours for leisure travelers and corporate group events Maintain equipment and coordinate tour logistics Demonstrate knowledge in the program content Demonstrate the designated activity with safety and skill Communicate the itinerary and important information with all guests in an engaging manner (pre-trip orientations, safety instructions, environmental/regional/cultural interpretation, etc.) Act as final on-site decision maker with regards to last minute trip itinerary changes, crisis and risk management, regulatory compliance, conflict resolution, and group management Serve as a steward of the outdoors by modeling respect for natural spaces and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for all colleagues and customers. Bring a spirit of fun and positivity to the work we do together. Check out our website () for more information on the tours we offer.

IS THIS FOR YOU?

Have you ever started a job that you quickly realized was not what you thought it'd be? We're taking the guesswork out of the onboarding process! You will participate in a two-part hiring event that will allow you to fully evaluate if this is the right work environment for you. We want all our teammates to enjoy what they do, where they work, and who they work with. The first part of the hiring event will be an informative session with a Q&A portion.

Topics to be covered include:

Day in the life of a day tour river guide Job expectations Training opportunities and schedule Work scheduling and compensation Busy seasons and part time work Guide career growth opportunities & more! The second part of the hiring event is an experiential guide evaluation. Now that you've had an opportunity to meet us, learn about us, and ask us about the job, we want to learn more about you! Join us for a half-day on-the-water event at the Lower Salt River, where you'll get a hands-on experience of what it's like to guide with us!

BRING YOUR PASSION AND EXPERTISE

At Cliff Creek Outfitters, we pride ourselves on providing our guests with the best possible educational adventure‐based experience during their visit with us. We achieve this by providing innovative adventure services paired with high quality equipment and, most importantly, led by top quality guides. The qualifications we look for in new team members are: 2+ years experience preferred in guiding outdoor single day and/or overnight tours, and/or outdoor educational skills/programs in a group setting CPR & First Aid Certification (Must be obtained if employed) Possess a valid in-state drivers' license with an acceptable driving record and ability to acquire commercial driver's license, which includes a medical screen and drug screen Possess basic competency on still and moving water (Class 1-2) preferred Possess basic competency riding bikes preferred Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills with clients of different ages, abilities, and backgrounds Demonstrates the ability to identify and mitigate field hazards and to respond to field incidents using sound judgment Actively participates and collaborates with team members for the achievement of company goals Flexibility in one's viewpoints and positions in order to support the direction taken by team leaders Considers the ultimate impact of decisions and actions on internal and external customers Enables personal growth for each client by engaging them in the activity and encouraging them to try new challenges The pay range for this role is $15.15-$18.50/hr. Tips are frequently provided by clients in the range of $5-$20 per person.

PLEASE SUBMIT A COVER LETTER WITH THE FOLLOWING

Tell us about your outdoor recreation experience and qualifications. Are you comfortable driving, or willing to train to drive, a full size truck or 15-passenger van? Do you live in Maricopa County?

Pay:

$15.15 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person