Whitewater River Guide

Job overview

The Whitewater River Guide role is onsite in Glen Jean, WV, with work organized as a five- to six-day trek. Compensation is $1,600–$2,100 per month. Summit Bechtel Reserve provides guests with a multi-day whitewater experience in the New River Gorge. The guide instructs guests in whitewater kayaking, supports rafting safety, and helps manage gear, food, and equipment during the trek. The role also interprets the area’s natural and cultural history and participates in evening programming.

What you'll do

• Conduct gear shakedowns and inventory
• provide kayaking instruction and support rafter safety, including medical care as needed
• pack and load food and equipment
• potentially serve as a sweep boater
• use river rescue skills and rigging
• interpret the natural and cultural history of the New River Gorge
• participate in evening programming
• maintain a clean, inspected, and safe work area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

whitewater river guide

glen jean wv

summit bechtel reserve

$1,600–$2,100/month

whitewater kayaking

river safety

swiftwater rescue training

five- to six-day trek

camping

new river gorge

evening programming

scouting america

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires confident swimming and comfort with five days of paddling and camping in a remote setting without running water or electricity. Swiftwater rescue training is provided, and the position is contingent on passing the training.

About the employer

Summit Bechtel Reserve is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries. Sector: 71.