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Adventure Operations Manager

Panguitch, UT · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

... backcountry. We are looking for a motivated leader who enjoys operations, logistics, problem ... guiding, ski resorts, rafting, fishing lodges, or similar operations is preferred. • Mountain ...

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Paid Search Manager

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At Backcountry, we are rooted in adventure, recognition, and wellbeing on and off the mountain. We ... Interest in outdoor, ski, bike, or lifestyle categories is a plus but not required. Why Join The ...

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Meteorological Technician

Jackson, WY · On-site +1

$19.52/hr

Experienced guiding paying clients in avalanche explosive mitigation work, or providing avalanche ... ski area; Maintained seasonal records of snowpack, weather and avalanche observations for ...

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

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Registered Nurse Labor Delivery

Denver, CO · On-site

$36.30 - $52.94/hr

For details about our benefits, visit our Benefits Guide. Ready to join our team? Explore current ... In the winter there are designated snowmobile routes and backcountry skiing. Monarch Ski ...

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

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Registered Nurse Labor Delivery

Boulder, CO · On-site

$36.30 - $52.94/hr

For details about our benefits, visit our Benefits Guide. Ready to join our team? Explore current ... In the winter there are designated snowmobile routes and backcountry skiing. Monarch Ski ...

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

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Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Denver, CO · On-site

$27.32 - $39.84/hr

For details about our benefits, visit our Benefits Guide. Ready to join our team? Explore current ... In the winter there are designated snowmobile routes and backcountry skiing. Monarch Ski ...

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

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Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Denver, CO · On-site

$27.32 - $39.84/hr

For details about our benefits, visit our Benefits Guide. Ready to join our team? Explore current ... In the winter there are designated snowmobile routes and backcountry skiing. Monarch Ski ...

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

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Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Boulder, CO · On-site

$27.32 - $39.84/hr

For details about our benefits, visit our Benefits Guide. Ready to join our team? Explore current ... In the winter there are designated snowmobile routes and backcountry skiing. Monarch Ski ...

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How much do backcountry ski guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for backcountry ski guide in the United States is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Backcountry Ski Guide position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Backcountry Ski Guide, you need advanced skiing skills, avalanche awareness, wilderness first aid knowledge, and extensive outdoor experience, usually supported by certifications like AIARE (American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education) and WFR (Wilderness First Responder). Familiarity with avalanche beacons, GPS navigation, radios, and route-finding apps is essential for maintaining group safety and effective trip planning. Excellent communication, risk assessment, leadership, and decision-making skills help guides manage client needs and ensure group cohesion in challenging conditions. These competencies are crucial to lead safe, enjoyable, and well-coordinated backcountry trips in remote and often unpredictable mountain environments.

What does a Backcountry Ski Guide do?

A Backcountry Ski Guide leads skiers through off-piste terrain, ensuring safety while providing an enjoyable experience. They assess weather and avalanche conditions, plan routes, and offer instruction on skiing techniques and backcountry safety. Guides must be skilled in navigation, first aid, and avalanche rescue. Their job is to minimize risks while delivering a rewarding adventure in remote and challenging environments.

What does a typical day look like for a Backcountry Ski Guide?

A typical day for a Backcountry Ski Guide begins with monitoring weather and avalanche forecasts, planning safe routes, and preparing necessary gear and safety equipment. Guides meet with clients to review the day's objectives, provide briefings on safety protocols, and conduct equipment checks before heading out. Throughout the trip, they lead group navigation, manage pace, assess snow and avalanche risks, and offer instruction on skiing techniques as needed. Collaboration with other guides or rescue personnel may be required, especially in more challenging terrain or larger groups. Each day brings variety and requires adaptability, as conditions can change rapidly in the backcountry environment.

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Infographic showing various Backcountry Ski Guide job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 34% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 5% Temporary, 41% Nights, and 6% Summer. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,987 per year, or $19.7 per hour.
Adventure Operations Manager

Adventure Operations Manager

Escape Adventures

Panguitch, UT • On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

About Us:
Escape Adventures has been creating world-class active vacations since 1992. The Aquarius Trail Hut System is one of America’s premier hut-to-hut mountain bike experiences, taking guests through some of Southern Utah’s most spectacular backcountry. We are looking for a motivated leader who enjoys operations, logistics, problem solving, and creating exceptional guest experiences. 

NO bike riding experience needed for this position. Strictly a Operations and management role


Position Summary:
The Adventure Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Aquarius Trail Hut System. This position ensures guests receive an exceptional experience while managing staff, vehicles, bicycles, equipment, logistics, inventory, and the overall operation.


Responsibilities:
• Supervise and support seasonal staff and guides.
• Coordinate daily guest departures and arrivals.
• Manage bike fleet, vehicles, trailers, tools, and equipment.
• Oversee maintenance of huts and facilities.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory.
• Solve operational issues independently.
• Ensure outstanding customer service.
• Assist with scheduling and training.
• Help recruit and onboard seasonal employees.
• Maintain safety standards throughout the operation.
• Work closely with company leadership to improve systems and efficiency.


Qualifications:
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience managing people and operations.
• Comfortable working in a remote outdoor environment.
• Ability to solve problems independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Experience in outdoor recreation, hospitality, tourism, guiding, ski resorts, rafting, fishing lodges, or similar operations is preferred.
• Mountain biking experience is helpful but not required.


Compensation:
Competitive salary based on experience, housing provided, performance bonuses available, and the opportunity to grow into a long-term leadership position within Escape Adventures.


Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for someone who thrives in outdoor environment, enjoys leading a team, takes pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences, and wants to help build one of the finest adventure tourism operations in the country.