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How much do river riders jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for river riders in the United States is $106,432.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $205,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between River Riders vs Kayak Guides?

AspectRiver RidersKayak Guides
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, River RescueCPR, First Aid, River Rescue
Work EnvironmentRivers, outdoorRivers, outdoor
Industry UsageAdventure tourism, outdoor recreationAdventure tourism, outdoor recreation
Job FocusLeading river trips, ensuring safetyGuiding kayak trips, safety, and instruction

River Riders and Kayak Guides both operate in outdoor river environments and require similar certifications. River Riders typically lead larger groups on river trips, focusing on safety and customer experience, while Kayak Guides specialize in guiding individual or small group kayak excursions. Both roles are essential in adventure tourism and outdoor recreation industries, often overlapping in skills and work settings.

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Infographic showing various River Riders job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 18% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 59% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,432 per year, or $51.2 per hour.

Experienced Powersports Service Technician

River Valley Companies

Rochester, MN • On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Experienced Powersports Service Technician

ATV Technician | UTV Technician | Side-by-Side Mechanic | Powersports Repair

Rochester, MN | Full-Time | Year-Round
$63,000-$85,000+ Annually | Performance Pay | Full Benefits

If You Love Working on Machines, You'll Fit Right In.

You're probably spending this weekend around dirt bikes, riders, and people who love to wrench. While we don't service motocross bikes every day, we do appreciate the mechanical skills, attention to detail, and passion that come with the sport.

If you're an experienced technician looking for a career working on premium powersports vehicles, we'd love to talk.

River Valley Power & Sport is looking for an experienced Powersports Service Technician to join our growing service team in Rochester, Minnesota.

Whether your experience comes from a powersports dealership, independent repair shop, automotive, diesel, marine, agriculture, or maintaining your own machines, we're looking for someone who takes pride in quality repairs and enjoys solving mechanical problems.

What You'll Work On

You'll diagnose, repair, and maintain premium powersports products including:

  • Can-Am ATVs & Side-by-Sides
  • Polaris ATVs & Side-by-Sides
  • Yamaha
  • Suzuki
  • Sea-Doo Personal Watercraft
  • Ski-Doo Snowmobiles

Why Technicians Choose River Valley Power Sport

  • $63,000-$85,000+ annual earning potential
  • Productivity incentives
  • Full-time, year-round employment
  • Consistent service volume
  • Modern, well-equipped service department
  • OEM training and certification opportunities
  • Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, accessories, and apparel
  • Family-owned since 1996
  • Career advancement within Minnesota's largest powersports and marine dealership group

What You'll Do

  • Diagnose and repair ATVs, side-by-sides, UTVs, snowmobiles, and personal watercraft
  • Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service
  • Troubleshoot engines, drivetrains, suspension, electrical, fuel, and charging systems
  • Install accessories, OEM components, and performance upgrades
  • Complete customer-pay and warranty repairs
  • Assemble new units for customer delivery
  • Work closely with Parts and Service Advisors to keep repairs moving efficiently

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience as a Powersports Technician, ATV Technician, UTV Technician, Side-by-Side Mechanic, Snowmobile Technician, Motorcycle Technician, Motorcycle Mechanic, Marine Technician, Automotive Technician, Diesel Technician, Small Engine Mechanic, or Diagnostic Technician
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
  • Pride in producing quality work
  • Ability to work independently
  • Personal tools and toolbox
  • Valid driver's license

Experience with Can-Am, Polaris, Yamaha, Suzuki, Sea-Doo, Ski-Doo, OEM certifications, dealership service departments, or electrical diagnostics is a plus-but not required.

Schedule

  • Monday-Friday
  • Typical hours between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM
  • Full-time, year-round employment

Benefits

Medical, Dental, HSA, 401(k) with employer match (Traditional & Roth), Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness coverage, Paid Holidays, PTO, Employee Assistance Program, Doctor on Demand, Company Apparel, Employee Discounts, OEM Training, and Career Development.

About River Valley Power Sport

River Valley Power Sport has been family-owned since 1996 and is part of Minnesota's largest powersports and marine dealership group.

Our technicians are riders, boaters, outdoor enthusiasts, and mechanics who enjoy solving problems and working on the machines that help our customers make the most of every season.

Apply Today

Whether you're searching for Powersports Technician jobs, ATV Technician jobs, UTV Technician jobs, Side-by-Side Mechanic jobs, Snowmobile Technician jobs, Powersports Mechanic jobs, Motorsports Technician jobs, Motorcycle Technician jobs, Motorcycle Mechanic jobs, Marine Technician jobs, Automotive Technician jobs, Diesel Technician jobs, Small Engine Mechanic jobs, Diagnostic Technician jobs, or Powersports Careers in Rochester, MN, we'd love to hear from you.

If you're ready to turn your mechanical skills into a long-term career with a dealership that values quality workmanship, apply today.