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The base hourly pay range belowrepresentsthe low and high end of Arapahoe Basin's hourly pay range for this position.Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based onvarious factors, including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, and responsibilities.The range listed is just onecomponentof Arapahoe Basin's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.

Via Ferrata Guides are eligible for a staging program that relates to applicable pay based on experience. See below for specific details.

Hourly pay range:$22.00 - $27.50/hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operate tours of Via Ferrata in a safe and professional mannerin accordance withthe operations manual and training guidelines to give each guest a day worth repeating

• Complete daily inspections of course facilities and climbing equipment, andsubmitdocumentation as directed

• Help tomaintainall facilities and equipment

• Fit harnesses and helmets correctly; supervise the use of all personal safety equipment during guided tours on the Via Ferrata

• Conduct participant ground school and assess each guest's ability to complete the Via Ferrata tour

• Respond promptly to any emergency or rescue situations that may arise

• Perform Via Ferrata rescue operations, including stabilizing, moving, and lowering of participantsin accordance withindustry protocols

• Attend ongoing in-service trainings and staff meetings tomaintainproficiency

• Assistwith food and beverage offerings before and after tours

• Follow all departmental sustainability guidelines

• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previouscustomer service experiencerequired

• Previousexperience working in the climbing, high-alpineguidingor other related industry - preferred

• Previousclimbing experience - preferred

• Excellent verbal communication skills and public speaking ability required for guest interaction.

• Ability to work at heights with the use of fall protection and hasfullunderstanding of proper rope handling techniques, including self-rescue, rope anchoring, haul systems, and belay techniques.

• Must be able toidentifyobjective dangers associated with the high alpine environment.

• Excellent customer service skills toassistour guests in having a day worth repeating

• Must be available weekends and holidays

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Must successfully completerequired, site-specific training course(s)

• Minimum of Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and Basic CPR

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be physically capable of completing all elements of the Via Ferrata course

• Ability to lift most orall ofyour own body weight while climbing on exposed rock faces and potentiallyassistingguests up and out of various positions on exposed rock faces. Must be able tofacilitatea rescue.

• Use full range of body motion: bend, twist, kneel, push, pull, andlift upto 75 lbs.

• Stand, walk, and climb on uneven surfaces and exposed rock faces for up to 8 hours

• Withstand high altitude conditions at all times

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• You will work almost 100% of the time outdoors in a high-altitude, high-alpine environment. Most work is performed in a highly trafficked areainview of guests. A very frequent amount of high-volume guest interaction is involved in this role. Exposure to heights is veryfrequentand you willbe requiredto spend hours on an exposed rock face.Physicallyengaging with guests in rescue or other applicable situations isrequired.

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Via Ferrata Guide Staging Program

Via Ferrata Guides at A-Basin are eligible for a staging program that starts when hired and continues into employment.

Guide Stage I:Pay Range: $22.00 - $27.50/hr

See requirements above

Guide Stage II:Pay Range: $22.75 - $30.75/hr

Ability to fulfill all Guide Stage 1 requirements in addition to the following:

• Hold a current/valid Emergency Medical Technician, or American Mountain Guide Association Single Pitch or Multi-Pitch Instructor certification, or have 2-3 yearspreviousVia Ferrata guiding experience

• Perform daily morning course inspections and safety protocols including completing required written daily logs

• Assistwith inventorying equipment and other equipment maintenance

• Perform other duties as assigned

Guide Stage III:Pay Range: $23.50 - $34.00/hr

Ability to fulfill all Guide Stage 1 & 2 requirements in addition to the following:

• Have >3 years Via Ferrata guiding experience or an American Mountain Guide Association Rock Instructor, Assistant Rock Guide, or Rock Guide certification

• Be willing and able to train/mentor newer guides

• Assist the Via Ferrata Manager/Supervisor with monthly course inspections

• Occasionally serve as the opening and/or closing person for the day

• Lead periodic trainings on guide practice/safety

• Perform other duties as assigned