For 51 years NOC has led the outdoor industry, taking more guests whitewater rafting and teaching more paddlers than any other outdoor recreation company. NOC also provides top-quality aerial and trail-based adventures, and provides unmatched retail service, foodservice, lodging, and trip planning services.

Job Summary: The Rafting Rentals Guide position is a fast-paced position that greets and prepares NOC’s raft rentals guests for their rafting experience on the Nantahala River. This position will run from May 1st - September 30th and generally sees a 35-40-hour work week in the peak season (June-August) with possibilities for overtime around summer holidays and organizational events. The Raft Rental Guide will work alongside other Raft guides to accommodate rafting guests, maintain gear, and facilitate daily operations through teamwork and with discipline and positive attitude.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and check-in guests for appropriate trip times.
• Conduct viewing of informational video and general verbal overview of equipment, hazards, landmarks, rules and regulations.
• Inform guests of provided gear and equip as necessary.
• Aid and assist NOC guests as needed

Qualifications:

REQUIRED

• Clean background check

Applicants must be:

• Capable of maintaining composure under stress and working with others to complete tasks.
• Capable of maintaining a professional appearance and attitude always.
• Capable of working responsibly while unsupervised for short periods of time.
• Capability and willingness to learn and instruct basics of whitewater safety.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and carry 75 lbs. repetitively.
• Comfortable working in adverse conditions (wind, rain, heat); this is an outside job which operates rain or shine.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

The above noted description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of the position. As the nature of business demands change, so too may the essential functions of the position.

The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any and all terms, conditions or privileges of employment including hiring, promotions, termination, training and compensation. The NOC does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic condition or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, where applicable. Furthermore, the NOC is committed to a work environment free of discrimination and harassment through respecting and valuing the diversity among employees and all those with whom the NOC does business.