We are hiring whitewater rafting guides to be part of our 2024 season!
On-site Guide house & camping, shared kitchen and laundry, WiFi, walking distance to historic town
- spring
- summer
- fall
- Location:
- Angels Camp, California and Lotus, California
- Experience:
- Some experience required
- Start Date:
- Starts immediately!
OARS is looking for experienced professional, safety-oriented, exciting guides to join our California team while being intentional about diversifying our workforce. Do you have class III-IV experience and want to try a new river out West?
OARS guides combine a passion for the outdoors with compassion for our guests, a desire to learn with the talent to teach and a flexible attitude with a steadfast commitment to conservation. OARS guides deliver the highest levels of service because we love what we do, we love the undeniably special places we visit and we love having a positive impact on the lives of others.
What's required to become an OARS Guide?
- Wilderness First Aid or greater, CPR, and EPI
- People skills such as communication and customer service
- Understanding of natural history
- Leadership qualities
- Ability to work with a wide array of demographics including varieties in age, race, culture, etc.
- Willingness to work all aspects of the job
- Capable of working long hours
- Physically fit - must be able to self-rescue back into boat
- Team player
- Safety conscious
- Camping and outdoor cooking skills
- Self-starter
What are the benefits of being an OARS Guide?
- Competitive pay, plus gratuities ($16 per hour or $129 per day minimum)
- All meals while on the river + some additional meals pre/post trip
- Paid and/or subsidized swiftwater rescue training
- Free or low-cost camping for staff w/ access to bathroom, shower & kitchen facilities
- Annual staff gear package & access to pro deals
- Top-notch boats, vehicles & equipment
- Caring, experienced and diverse management team + fun & professional crews
- Guide commission & request/referral program
- Up to 48 hours of paid sick leave per season for guides who work 30+ paid days
- Health insurance stipend & 401k w/ company match after 50 paid days
- Opportunities to experience multiple rivers & for growth within the company
- Friends & family discounts on OARS trips
How to Apply
Combine your passion for the outdoors with an opportunity to build your professional skills and experience – apply for a job and join the OARS team! Whether you’re looking for a new career path, a summer job, or a side gig, we have something for everyone.