Raft Guide (RETURNING) - Summer 2026 at POWDR

, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guiding, Safety Communication, River Hydrology, Quick Decision Making, Whitewater Operation, Paddle Captain Technique, First Aid, CPR, Guest Service, Communication, Organization, Teamwork, Environmental Stewardship, Boat Navigation, Equipment Handling, Incident Reporting

Industry

Recreational Facilities

Description

Location: Bend, Oregon Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor. This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play! Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass Free and discounted friends & family day passes Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more) Employee housing program 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting Discounted onsite daycare Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more) Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts ***This posting is for RETURNING Guides only*** We will be posting for NEW Guides later in the Spring. Position Summary The River Guide position requires a professional, fun, energetic individual with good organization and communication skills to guide guests down various rivers and clearly convey safety information. The River Guide works with people of varying ages, skill levels, and familiarity with outdoor environments. Must be able to guide at a proficient level, operate safely, understand river hydrology, and have the ability to make quick decisions on whitewater. River Guides must have a passion for water and be a steward for the outdoor environment. Must be able to work outside in all conditions. Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities Guide day trips on the Upper and Lower Deschutes, McKenzie, and North Umpqua Rivers. Performs lead, sweep, and safety of boat duties as assigned. Stack, unstack, and tie down boats on trailers and trucks. Complete assigned tasks while waiting for guests to arrive for trips. Fit personal floatation devices (PFDs), helmets, and splash gear for guests. Complete and submit incident and accident reports, when necessary, immediately following an incident or accident. Participates in pre-and post-trip meetings as scheduled. Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude in dealing with managers, office staff, co-workers, and guests. Behave professionally at all times. Learn about the natural environment and human history of the area and share knowledge with guests. Treat guests with respect and compassion. Perform other responsibilities as assigned. Secondary Function Clean the guide area, refrigerators, and kitchen. Pack equipment, unpack, clean, and put away all trip gear after the trip. Wash and hang out the trip rental gear and PFDs. Assist with vehicle clean-up and fueling. Provide input on areas for improvement. Interpersonal Contacts Applicant must be able to work in a group environment both within the department and also the company as a whole. A guide must have strong guest service and communication skills in order to develop a working partnership with guests. Specific Job Skills License(s)/Certification(s): 1st Aid & CPR Technical: Have or develop proficient paddle captain technique Physical Capabilities: Can remain outside in all conditions for long periods of time. Must be physically capable of being on the river for hours and handle boat navigation independently if needed. Additional: Applicant must own an approved PFD, helmet, river knife, and whistle. Education/Related Experience Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum Experience: 2+ Years Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Such accommodations require an interactive discussion with the Human Resources Department before such accommodations can be made. In addition to the specific conditions below, every position at Mt. Bachelor requires the ability to shovel snow and walk on steep and uneven surfaces. Current Hiring Range: $20/hr Minimum Age Requirement: 21+ Come Work Where You Play! Please be aware incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status. POWDR is an adventure lifestyle company that inspires every human being with cool experiences in awesome places. POWDR’s awesome places include Copper Mountain and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Boreal Mountain Resort and Soda Springs in the Lake Tahoe region of California; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon; Snowbird in Utah; and SilverStar Mountain Resort in British Columbia, Canada. POWDR is an adventure lifestyle company that inspires every human being with cool experiences in awesome places. Within POWDR’s portfolio are six mountain resorts including Copper Mountain and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Boreal Mountain Resort and Soda Springs in the Lake Tahoe region of California; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon, and Snowbird in Utah. Included in the POWDR portfolio, is Stovepipe Wells located in Death Valley National Park and Zion Lodge located in Zion National Park, operated under a long-term concessions contract with the National Park Service. Its Woodward brand empowers and inspires the next generation of action sports enthusiasts through summer camps, mountain experiences, and mountain centers, incorporating dynamic programming and innovative environments at Woodward Park City in Utah, Woodward PA in Pennsylvania, Woodward Copper in Colorado, Woodward Tahoe in California. POWDR is headquartered in Park City, UT. For more information, please visit our website.

Responsibilities

The River Guide will lead guests down various rivers, clearly conveying safety information while operating proficiently and safely on whitewater. Essential functions include guiding day trips on specified rivers, performing boat duties, fitting safety gear for guests, and submitting necessary reports.