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COLORADO RIVER INDIAN TRIBES

River Ranger

Parker, AZ · On-site

$15/hr

Duties include assisting guests in the river and canopy areas. Handling cash and performing duties as assigned to ensure a safe and efficient operation. Providing excellent Customer Service.

Canyon REO

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River Equipment & Warehouse Manager

Flagstaff, AZ · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

River Equipment & Warehouse Manager Lead the team that outfits every Grand Canyon river trip Canyon REO sends downstream. Since 1991, Canyon REO has worked with private Grand Canyon boaters to ...

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Canyon REO

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River Equipment & Warehouse Manager

Flagstaff, AZ · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

River Equipment & Warehouse Manager Lead the team that outfits every Grand Canyon river trip Canyon REO sends downstream. Since 1991, Canyon REO has worked with private Grand Canyon boaters to ...

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The State of Arizona

Colorado River Section Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$75K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Colorado River Section Manager Apply now Job No: 542065 Work Type: Full-time Location: PHOENIX Categories: Executive/Management, Management/Supervisor DEPT OF WATER RESOURCES The mission of the ...

BLUEWATER CASINO & RESORT

River Ranger

Parker, AZ · On-site

$15/hr

Duties include assisting guests in the river and canopy areas. Handling cash and performing duties as assigned to ensure a safe and efficient operation. Providing excellent Customer Service.

Legacy Village of Salt River

Front Desk Coordinator

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Legacy Village of Salt River Looking for a role where you can make someone's day a little brighter? Legacy Village of Salt River is hiring a Front Desk Receptionist to serve as a key point of contact ...

Legacy Village of Salt River

Front Desk Coordinator

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Legacy Village of Salt River Looking for a role where you can make someone's day a little brighter? Legacy Village of Salt River is hiring a Front Desk Receptionist to serve as a key point of contact ...

Gila River Development

Staff Attorney

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$103K - $138K/yr

Summary: Gila River Development ("GRD") is seeking an entry-level attorney join our dynamic team. The Staff Attorney will provide comprehensive legal support across the organization, ensuring ...

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How much do river jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for river in Arizona is $18.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $18.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a river worker do?

River workers are professionals who manage, maintain, and monitor rivers to ensure their health, navigability, and safety. Their duties can include water quality testing, flood prevention, debris removal, wildlife conservation, and overseeing river traffic. They often work for government agencies, environmental organizations, or private companies, and may also be involved in educational or recreational activities related to rivers. The specific tasks of river workers can vary depending on their role, such as river rangers, maintenance crews, or environmental scientists.

What is the difference between River vs Waterway?

AspectRiverWaterway
DefinitionA natural flowing body of water that moves toward an ocean, sea, lake, or another river.A human-made or natural channel used for transportation or irrigation.
Work EnvironmentNatural outdoor settings, often in rural or wilderness areas.Can be in urban or rural areas, including canals, locks, and artificial channels.
Common UsageNavigation, ecological habitats, recreation.Transportation, irrigation, flood control.

While rivers are natural water bodies flowing through landscapes, waterways include both natural and artificial channels designed for navigation or water management. Understanding these differences helps in selecting the right career or project focus related to water management and environmental conservation.

What are the typical responsibilities of a river engineer and how do they collaborate with other professionals on waterway projects?

River Engineers are primarily responsible for designing, managing, and maintaining river systems to control flooding, prevent erosion, and support navigation. Their daily tasks often involve site assessments, hydrological modeling, and overseeing construction or restoration activities. Collaboration is key in this role—they frequently work alongside environmental scientists, civil engineers, government agencies, and local communities to ensure projects meet regulatory requirements and achieve sustainability goals. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as river engineering projects often impact diverse stakeholder groups.
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Infographic showing various River job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,195 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

River Ranger

COLORADO RIVER INDIAN TRIBES

Parker, AZ • On-site

$15/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY:
Duties include assisting guests in the river and canopy areas. Handling cash and performing duties as assigned to ensure a safe and efficient operation. Providing excellent Customer Service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Determine which patrons will pay whether they are Cantina patrons or Beach patrons and monitor their whereabouts after parking at the Cantina. (Cantina patrons will park in a designated area at the Cantina and will not be charged). Collect payment for beach access; cash handling. Uphold and confirm reservations for Canopy from Sales Department. Clean, stock and lock up restrooms at when necessary. Assure the overall cleanliness of the beach and playground area - notify Grounds Department for assistance for trash, BBQ debris, etc. Knowledge of event and outlet hours for the entire property. Immediately notify Security of any misconduct, defacing or damage to property. Enforce rules of the Beach as established by Management. The working pattern is service determined and therefore will be subject to change (as appropriate) in order to meet the needs of the business. Working arrangements may include early morning, late evening and weekends. The River Ranger would be expected to go out in all weather conditions and because of the nature of their role, it is possible they will be exposed to people's physical/verbal abuse and aggression. Enforce RV parking areas. May be used as a Retail Attendant in other Retail outlets as needed. All other duties as assigned (non-gaming functions and issued gaming license permitting).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. All Employees must be knowledgeable to all Company policies and procedures, including fire and safety regulations.
Basic reading, writing, math, and good computer skills are necessary. Excellent communication skills. Strong customer service skills and ability to problem solve. Knowledge of and experience working as a ranger preferred. Excellent interpersonal communication. Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Previous experience working in parks and/or preservation work preferred. Must have CPR/First Aid Training. Must have valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods. River rangers must enjoy working with people and must enjoy the outdoors in the cold and/or extreme heat.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Centrally based outside and will be subject to various weather conditions depending on the time of year.
ACCESSIBILITY:
Limited
Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

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