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Whitewater Rafting Guide/Trip Leader


Company : Tourism Golden


Location : Golden, Columbia-Shuswap Regional Dist


Created : 2025-10-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewWild Water Adventures is a premium whitewater rafting operator seeking experienced Class 4 Raft Guides for the upcoming 2025 rafting season. Our daily trips take place on the world-famous Kicking Horse River where you will be expected to provide exceptional service to our guests on all our rafting day trips. Come join our dynamic community, make lifelong friends and have a great summer with people who love to embrace life!DetailsContract length: 4 MonthsExpected start date: May 1, 2026Expected end date: September 18, 2026Job Type: Full-time seasonal (flexible arrangements for peak season and part-time guiding also available)Wage: $28.24 to $39.04 per hourWork Location: Kicking Horse River, 2750 Beaverfoot Road, Golden BCLanguage of Work: EnglishPosition SummaryThe Guiding team is at the heart of our rafting trip operations, providing guests with a memorable adventure while maintaining safety as the top priority.Duties of the GuidesNavigate rafts with guests down the river through Class 1 4 whitewater in varying river levels and conditionsDelivering trip briefings and talks to guestsRaft rigging and de-riggingManage risk and follow safety protocolsGear maintenance washing gear at the end of each trip, inspecting safety equipment like helmets and life jacketsProvide outstanding service to guestsQualificationsMinimum 3 to 4 years of commercial guiding experience on Class 3 4 riversCurrent First Aid certification (72 to 80 hour preferred)Current Swiftwater Rescue certificationExperience guiding with oarsPrior experience trip leading an assetClass 2 drivers licence an assetExcellent decision-making skillsFriendly, outgoing personalityBenefitsGratuitiesStaff uniforms providedStaff functionsOpportunities to raft when space is availableDiscount in our retail storeLimited on-site staff accommodation at subsidized ratesLive & work in the beautiful Canadian Rockies!Please contact for all inquiries and resume submissions. #J-18808-Ljbffr