LOVE YOUR SUMMER
We are currently taking applications for our 2024 season.
Join our team and live the lifestyle most people dream of. Here at Liquid Lifestyles, we take pride in our team as they make the difference. Work alongside some of the most skilled and experienced staff out there, not only do they work hard but they play hard too. Working at Liquid Lifestyles is not just a job but a life experience. Located in British Columbia’s Wells Gray Park, the Clearwater River offers world class rafting and kayaking. If you are an outdoor enthusiast the Wells Gray Park is your playground with endless hiking, biking, camping, and fishing.
Get your application in today!
POSITIONS
Guest Services/Office Assistant
We are looking for people who can give exceptional guest service and be a general assistant for our busy office
Qualities:
- Excellent guest/customer service skills
- Calm and engaging
- Well organized
- Tidy and efficient
Skills & Certifications:
Necessary:
- Multi-tasking
- Prioritize workload efficiently
- Ability to manage guests in high-volumes
- Computer apps knowledge- Picture editing, calendar management, document editing/sharing, social media
- Class V Drivers License
Bonus:
- Class IV Drivers License and experience driving vans, busses, and trailers
- Physically fit
- Photography skills
Responsibilities:
- Greet guests and check them in for trips
- Alert Guides of any issues prior to trip departure
- Administer waivers to guests in the required manner
- Maintain relationships with local tourism businesses and affiliates
- Answer the phone and emails
- Keep the office clean and stocked
- Create and post approved social media content
- Upsell activities, accommodations, affiliate activities, photo packages and more
- Monitor radio channels and be prepared for emergencies
- Cash management/record keeping
- Other related tasks as required
Whitewater Rafting Guides & Instructors
Qualities:
- Diligent work ethic
- Reliable to work unsupervised
- Strong safety and risk assessment
- Friendly and engaging
Certifications:
- Senior or Trip Leader Guide License
- Swiftwater Rescue Technician
- Wilderness First Aid min 50hr. (80hr. Preferred)
- Class IV Drivers License
- 3 Years+ of Whitewater Guiding Experience (Rafting or Kayaking)
- Class IV Whitewater Kayaking or Rafting Experience
Responsibilities:
- Ensuring guests are fit for activities and understanding of risks and safety procedures; demonstrate in safety briefing
- Driving guests to and from the river access points
- Providing an entertaining and fun experience for guests
- Maintain and repair gear as required
- Be prepared for emergencies; ensure all medial and first aid supplies are accessible and properly stocked
- Set up and take down of trip equipment
- Preparing trip reports
Whitewater Kayaking Instructor
Qualities:
- Diligent work ethic
- Reliable to work unsupervised
- Strong safety and risk assessment
- Friendly and engaging
Certifications:
- Level 2 Kayak Instructor Leader / Instructor – Canoe and Kayak Canada (or Equivalent)
- Swiftwater Rescue Technician (SRT 1)
- Wilderness First Aid 50hr. (80hr. Preferred)
- Class IV Drivers License
- 3 Years Whitewater Guiding Experience
- Class IV Whitewater Kayaking Experience
Responsibilities:
- Ensuring guests are fit for activities and understanding of risks and safety procedures; demonstrate in safety briefing
- Driving guests to and from the river access points
- Providing appropriate lessons to students and meeting their needs
- Maintain and repair gear as required
- Be prepared for emergencies; ensure all medial and first aid supplies are accessible and properly stocked
- Set up and take down of trip equipment
Guiding Operations Manager
We are looking for someone with proven leadership experience who can oversee the day-to-day operations and risk management of our river activities.
Qualities:
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Strong Technical river knowledge and skills
- Proven leadership and supervisory/management skills
- Friendly and engaging customer service focus
Certifications:
- Swiftwater Rescue Technician
- Wilderness First Aid 80hr (Preferred)
- Class IV Drivers License
- Post Secondary Diploma or Degree in Outdoor Education or Tourism (or relevant experience)
- 4 Years Whitewater Guiding Experience (Rafting or Kayaking)
- Advanced River Kayak Instructor (or relevant experience)
- Advanced River Kayak Instructor (or relevant experience)
Responsibilities:
- Manage all river staff including, Rafting Guides, Whitewater Kayak Instructors, Shuttle Drivers, Photographers, and lead the Guest Services staff
- Preventative and repair maintenance of all equipment and gear
- Guides Training and Trip Development programs
- Liaising with guests/clients, ensuring operating and industry standards are met
- Ensures all access and egress points on operational rivers are maintained and developed
- Ensures that all OH&S legislation and regulations are being adhered to as per our Risk Management and Emergency Response Program
Employment includes:
- Lodging
- Training and Skills Development opportunities
- Competitive wages starting at $25-30/hour (depending on experience)
- Fun work environment with an emphasis on safety and creating great guest experiences
- Staff pricing on gear from name brand suppliers
- Tips and Bonuses
Please send your resumes and cover letters to [email protected] and get ready for a great summer of paddling and experience what BC’s best whitewater has to offer!