Now hiring for the Dual Role of Outfitter/ Trailhead Shuttle Driver for the 2026 season!

Posted: Apr 24, 2026

Outfitter/Shuttle Driver

Zion Adventures

Springdale, Utah

Wages/Pay
$17.00 - $18.00 / hour
Experience Level
No experience required
Job Start Date
May 18, 2026

This position is a combination role.  We are looking for someone to fill a position that includes 4 days a week as an Outfitter and 1 day a week as a Trailhead Shuttle Driver.  As a small business, our team wears many hats, offering employees the opportunity to develop a broad range of skills.

The Outfitting Staff of Zion Adventures forms the backbone of our business operations. Outfitters work inside and play outside; they go canyoneering, hiking, climbing, and biking to understand Zion and all it has to offer. Hundreds of Park visitors stop by each day seeking assistance in making the most of their time here. It is the Outfitter’s responsibility to help them leave Zion Adventures with an empowering sense of direction. Outfitters prepare visitors to hike the Zion Narrows, answer questions about our services, book reservations, maintain the vast amounts of equipment we send out each day, and perform other crucial tasks that help visitors have memorable experiences.

Trailhead Shuttle Driver: Responsible for transporting adventurers to their desired destinations in a friendly and professional manner.  The Trailhead Shuttle Driver must also be comfortable operating a 14 passenger Ford E350 Van safely on narrow, winding dirt roads. Zion Adventures is committed to providing exemplary customer service, so drivers need to be able to speak knowledgeably about other services we provide, as well as the Zion area. ​

Qualifications:

Required:

  • 21 years old minimum

  • Desire to help people - specifically help them have fun & safe visits to Zion

  • Professional and responsible attitude 

  • Strong spoken and written communication skills

  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment

  • Sense of humor. Ability to make work fun in positive ways

  • Works and stay on-task with minimal supervision

  • Takes initiative and applies problem-solving skills.

  • An enduring commitment to learning, and the ability to do so quickly  

  • Ability to work well with all types of people

  • A high level of social grace

  • Familiarity with computer programs such as Word or GoogleDocs. Previous experience with Mac is helpful

Responsibilities:​​

  • Answering visitor questions

  • Outfitting customers for the Narrows & other adventures

  • Answering phones and replying to emails

  • Booking guided trips and reservations for equipment/shuttles

  • Checking in, cleaning, and repairing gear

  • Checking out customers at the cash register

  • Helping connect clients with guided trips and other Zion activities

  • Offering expertise on local recreation opportunities and logistics

  • Building an impressive knowledge base of the roads, hikes, canyons, and hidden secrets of Zion National Park and the surrounding area on personal time

  • Informing customers about retail products in the store

  • Managing product inventory on our retail floor

  • Facilitating meaningful, helpful, intelligent, and pleasant conversations with customers

Dates of Employment 2026:

  • May 18th - October 31st

  • There is year-round outfitting available for several staff members. Some stay to outfit part-time or work on seasonal projects.

Employee Housing

  • Staff housing is available.  Housing consists of a private room in a 3-bedroom duplex.

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How to Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to jess.kavanagh@zionadventures.com by May 1st.

Contact Info

Zion Adventures

Since 1996, we’ve had one goal: to help every person have the best outdoor adventure possible. Whatever you are aiming for - doing something you love, experiencing something new, learning technical skills, or making memories with friends and family - we know outdoor experiences add value to your life. And it’s not just the activities that matter, it’s the moments that count.

Location
Utah
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
Private rooms in three bedroom duplexes.
Family housing available
No
Meals
None
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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