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Outdoor Adventure Guide

Industry : Other Industry

Department : Other Department

Location : Tucson, United States

Level : Staff Line level

Posted : 19 Jul 2022

Job Role : Other Role

Recruiter : Hyatt Hotels

Job Ref : HOZ75583

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type :

Validate Through : 2022-09-09

Salary Range (monthly): USD 1 to 2,000

Contact :

: Any

Salary Details

Salary Description: Competetive Salary Offered

Job Description For Outdoor Adventure Guide

Description

SUMMARY

The primary goal of this position is to facilitate safe, meaningful and fun outdoor experiences.The guide should be competent in leading hikes ranging in difficulty and distance, guiding and instructing mountain bike rides and classes, facilitating high and low ropes challenge course activities, as well as instructing rock climbing.

Essential Functions:

Lead hikes of 3-12 miles with elevation gains ranging from 200-3000ft while carrying a 35 lbs. pack.
Lead mountain bike rides for 2hrs covering distances from 2-15 miles over varying levels of technical terrain.
Teach basic mountain biking skills.
Facilitate high ropes challenge course experiences for 2-6 hours per day, including long periods of time standing while belaying and facilitating. Must be comfortable climbing telephone poles and being at heights of 25-50 feet.
Instruct climbing wall activity, including teaching belaying, tying-in and climbing techniques.
Safely fit guests with harnesses and helmets.
Knowledgeably conduct inspections of all safety equipment. Including ropes, harnesses, helmets, hardware and challenge course structures
In all activities (especially challenge course) being willing and able to interact with guests on an emotional level.
In all activities having risk management as number one priority

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have an interest in and knowledge about the natural world, including the Sonoran desert, or a curiosity to learn about our natural habitat. This person must have strong interpersonal skills, strong customer service skills, strong group management skills, and strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. They also need to have the ability to be flexible in regard to scheduling and daily duties. Personal interest in outdoor adventure pursuits, including extensive hiking experience, mountain biking experience, rock climbing experience and a knowledge of rope systems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Previous professional/educational experience as an Outdoor Adventure guide or educator. First Aid and CPR certification

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.