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How much do rei guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for rei guide in the United States is $17.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for an REI Guide, and how much time is spent outdoors versus performing administrative tasks?

As an REI Guide, the majority of your day is spent leading groups through outdoor activities such as hiking, backpacking, kayaking, or cycling, so you can expect to be outside for most of your working hours. In addition to guiding, you may also spend time preparing trip logistics, performing pre-trip safety checks, and sometimes assisting with equipment maintenance or post-trip evaluations. Some administrative work, such as record-keeping and communicating with guests pre- and post-trip, is typically completed at the beginning or end of each shift. The role is highly interactive and hands-on, making it ideal for those who thrive in dynamic outdoor environments and enjoy working closely with people.

What is a REI Guide job?

A REI Guide leads outdoor adventures, such as hiking, kayaking, and cycling, for REI Co-op members and customers. They ensure safety, provide educational insights about nature and outdoor skills, and enhance participants' overall experience. Guides must have strong outdoor expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to adapt to various conditions.

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

To thrive as a REI Guide, you need extensive outdoor leadership experience, in-depth knowledge of hiking, camping, or outdoor activities, and relevant certifications such as Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR). Familiarity with GPS units, navigation tools, and reservation systems is typically required to ensure guest safety and seamless trip coordination. Exceptional communication, group management, and problem-solving skills help guides create positive, educational, and safe experiences for participants. These abilities are essential for delivering memorable outdoor adventures while maintaining the highest standards of safety and customer satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Rei Guide job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,919 per year, or $17.3 per hour.
Security and Safety Specialist

Security and Safety Specialist

REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)

Seattle, WA • On-site

$22.02 - $33.03/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

REI rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 172 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

62nd of 728 rated retailers

Job description

Overview
REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co-op, you do your best work with the support to live your best life. And you play a part in shaping the future of the outdoors, for people and our planet.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
This job contributes to REI's success by mitigating and reducing shrink (including theft and fraud by customers and employees) and increasing physical security for people and products in a specified retail store. Among the activities the incumbent performs are: (i) assisting in conducting Asset Protection training of store management and staff; (ii) providing a visible presence and deterrent to protect both assets and employee's. (iii) in consultation with the Market Manager of Asset Protection department, making recommendations or taking action to address shrink and physical security. Models and acts in accordance with REI's guiding values and mission.
Your Planning & Navigating Requirements (the plans the job is responsible for creating and executing, and how the job ensures they are implemented)
• Demonstrated ability to proactively partner with key stakeholders at all levels
• Monitors, assesses and takes action to address physical security and safety of retail store(s) and events.
• Is engaging and has a positive attitude to all members and teams.
• Makes consistent patrols in and around retail store(s)/events, checking for unsafe conditions, hazards, security violations, and unauthorized persons.
• Observes, verbally deescalates and reports incidents or suspicious activity to Asset Protection team and store management. Prepares narratives, logs, and case reports as required.
• When requested, represents REI in court.
• May support other market stores with Asset Protection services.
• Adheres to REI's policies and procedures and ensures that such policies and procedures are implemented throughout the store.
• Assists management in the event of any emergencies.
• Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of emergencies and provides direction or information to others.
• Participates in periodic training and subject matter updates for store team
• May create and/or execute the security strategy for special REI events.
• Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary.
Closing
At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there's strength in our diversity - that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you're backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn.
Pay Transparency
We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors.
REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off. Click here for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile.
Pay Range
$22.02 - $33.03 per hour

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About REI

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REI, or Recreational Equipment, Inc. is a widely respected retail company based in Kent, WA, US. The company caters to the outdoor recreation industry, providing a complete range of high-quality, sustainable gear and sporting goods. Founded in 1938 by avid mountaineers, it was built on the passion for exploring the outdoors and offers products for camping, hiking, cycling, fitness, paddle sports, snow sports, and more. REI also conducts outdoor adventure trips and classes. Its mission is to inspire, educate, and outfit for a lifetime of outdoor adventure and stewardship. For decades, REI has stood by its core values of authenticity, quality, service, respect, integrity, and balance. Proudly, the company has made Fortune Magazine's list of "100 Best Companies to Work For" every year since the list's inception.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kent, WA, US

Year founded

1938

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