Zipline Guide (Part Time)

Tamarack Resort•Donnelly, ID

About The Position

Zipline guide will lead guests on half day zipline tours. The tour consists of a combination of hiking, aerial ziplines and suspension bridges. EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE Working at Tamarack is an incredibly rewarding and magical experience. Not only will you be working in a beautiful mountain environment, but you will also receive amazing employee perks like a season pass for you and your family, resort discounts, free childcare and more! Mountains, meadows and lakes are for everyone, and our resort community is no different. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in hiring, training, and career advancement. We celebrate and respect our diverse team members and guests.

Requirements

Must enjoy working and interacting with the public
Must have great customer service skills.
Must be highly organized, energetic, positive attitude, and the ability to get the job done.
Must be over 18 years of age.
Capable of maintaining a positive & professional attitude among your team.
Clear communication skills, both verbal and written
Highly responsible and reliable.
Requires knowledge of computer hardware, word-processing, spreadsheet and data base software, prefer experience with Microsoft Office.
Requires knowledge of business letter writing and business forms; office procedures, business English, including vocabulary, correct grammatical usage and punctuation, filing systems; and common office machines and their operation.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Requires possession of a valid Driver’s License with a driving record that meets the standards required by Tamarack Food & Beverage
CPR/1st Aid Certified
Ability to obtain Idaho Guides License for ziplining
Fluent in English
Ability to do basic arithmetic
Ability to identify problems and derive possible solutions
Frequent intermediate hiking and needs to be able to spend long periods of time in the air, 20 to 200 feet off the ground, for upwards of 4 hours.
Frequent bending, climbing, kneeling squatting, twisting/turning from waist and pushing/pulling objects.
Will be working with hands and fingers, lifting and moving objects up to 40 pounds horizontally and vertically on a regular basis.
Near and far vision as well as good depth perception and color vision are important. Frequent use of senses.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Able to work in fluctuating temperatures

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in the outdoors and/or recreation preferred

Responsibilities

Guides will visually inspect all elements of zipline tour, zipline gear for damage or other defects prior to guest arrival
All safety gear will be properly stored and inspected for damage and defects prior to guest arrival
Guides will fit guests with harness, helmets and appropriate zipline equipment
Guide will direct guests on hiking and the zipline tour
Provide excellent customer service to guests, property owners, homeowners and fellow employees
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Guides will drive guests to start of zipline course and pick up guests at the end of the tour.