Ocoee River Raft Guide

Adventures Unlimited is an outdoor recreation company based on the Ocoee River in Southeast Tennessee. The majority of our staffing needs are seasonal; positions are open from March through October.

Adventures Unlimited is looking to hire enthusiastic, energetic, and friendly individuals with positive attitudes who can provide top-notch service to our guests. We have both full and part-time positions available for the 2025 season. *River Guide training for the 2025 season begins the first weekend of April*

Perks of joining the AU Crew:

• Fun and exciting work environment.
• Competitive pay.
• Free training.
• Casual work attire.
• Social events.
• Meal discounts.
• Retail store discounts.
• Pro deal for personal equipment purchases.
• Company trips to other rivers/theme parks.
• Take friends/family rafting for free or at a deeply discounted rate.

Our river guides provide unique and exciting trips to our guests by leading them down the Ocoee River while keeping them entertained and informed! Pay is based on experience. No experience, no problem! We provide FREE river guide training!

TRAINING

• Our FREE guide training program begins the first weekend of April and occurs on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Applicants will be taught the dynamics of whitewater, including how to read features and how to identify and avoid potential hazards.
• Trainees will learn how to provide excellent customer service, as well as how to respond and work through issues and emergencies that might arise.

Trainees will be required to complete first aid and CPR classes and will be instructed on river rescue techniques and the importance of safety on the river.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Friendly and adventurous.
• Professional and hard working.
• Because guiding rafts is physically demanding, applicants should be in good physical shape.
• Because Adventures Unlimited is a seasonal business, employees are expected to work weekends throughout the summer.
• First aid and CPR certifications are required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing excellent customer service on and off the water.
• Maintaining the importance of safety at all times.
• Greeting guests and familiarizing them with equipment, ensuring proper fit of helmets, and PFDs.
• Giving safety and paddling instructions to guests, encouraging and coaching guests.
• Providing meaningful historical and relative information for the Ocoee River and area.
• Loading and unloading boats, putting away, sanitizing, and cleaning equipment.
• Working as a team.
• Assisting around the outpost.

Apply through really, or on our website at https://adventuresunlimited.net/employment-application-form/

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $10.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

• Tips

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10 - $20