Freelance River Rafting Guide Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The River Guide II is responsible for providing exceptional and safe guide services to whitewater participants during rafting trips at Adventures on the Gorge. This is accomplished in the role through providing exceptional guest experience during their scheduled trips.

This posting is for Gauley Guides for the Gauley 2026 season. Canidates must have previous guiding expirience with a commercial log that contains expirience in guiding in Class 4/5 rapids. The first day of training will be September 11th, 2026 with the guide meeting held that Wednesday 9/11/2026. Guides should expect to arrive by Tuesday 9/9/2026.

 If you do not have the background shared in this job posting but are interested in gaining experience rafting, please reach out about guide training opportunities occuring in the spring 2027- you can send your interest to AOTG-HR@aramark.com.

• Arrive at scheduled time dressed and ready to work 
• Perform pre-trip tasks as assigned by the Trip Leader and River Managers 
• Prepare equipment at the put-in as designated by gear truck driver/trip sweep boater
• Provide guests with specific safety instructions regarding equipment and trip plan   
• Maintain trip order/plan established by the Trip Leader
• Provide interesting and entertaining information about popular locations or specific points of interest.
• Assist with post-trip jobs i.e. loading/unloading rafts, washing lunch dishes, etc.
• Attend post trip video (if applicable)
• Maintain a working knowledge of all products and services offered by AOTG.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures to ensure safety of guests.
• Guides should test the communications equipment prior to operation.
• Must be a knowledgeable guide for clients and provide support and reassurance.
• Ensures security of company assets and a safe work environment through daily maintenance and housekeeping.
• Works in conditions that involve exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures.
• Maintains excellent customer service and a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

   Completion of AOTG training program or equivalent  

• Must have current CPR/FA certification with a hands-on component
• Training in First Aid protocols such as Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness Advanced First Aid, Wilderness EMT or EMT/Paramedic preferred 
• Current Swift Water Rescue certification is preferred  
• Must have extensive experience guiding in the same or related environment
  • solid Class IV/V (4/5) past experience with a commercial log is required to be considered as an applicant for the Gauley Guide role on the Gauley River with Adventures on the Gorge
• Sit, stand, swim, and walk for varied amounts of time
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be available to work flexible hours

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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