Outdoor guide job description
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Outdoor guide requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in outdoor guide job postings.
Sample outdoor guide requirements
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Proficient in outdoor skills such as navigation, camping, and survival
- Ability to lift heavy objects and work in physically demanding environments
- Excellent communication skills to convey information and instructions to guests
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Sample required outdoor guide soft skills
- Passion for outdoor activities and natural environments
- Strong problem-solving skills to handle unexpected situations
- Great interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with guests
- Flexibility in adapting to changing schedules, weather conditions, and guest needs
- Ability to lead and work as part of a team to ensure guests' safety and enjoyment
Outdoor guide job description example 1
Hyatt Hotels outdoor guide job description
**SUMMARY**
The primary goal of this position is to facilitate safe, meaningful and fun outdoor experiences. The guide should be competent in leading hikes ranging in difficulty and distance, guiding and instructing mountain bike rides and classes, facilitating high and low ropes challenge course activities, as well as instructing rock climbing.
**Essential Functions:**
+ Lead hikes of 3-12 miles with elevation gains ranging from 200-3000ft while carrying a 35 lbs. pack.
+ Lead mountain bike rides for 2hrs covering distances from 2-15 miles over varying levels of technical terrain.
+ Teach basic mountain biking skills.
+ Facilitate high ropes challenge course experiences for 2-6 hours per day, including long periods of time standing while belaying and facilitating. Must be comfortable climbing telephone poles and being at heights of 25-50 feet.
+ Instruct climbing wall activity, including teaching belaying, tying-in and climbing techniques.
+ Safely fit guests with harnesses and helmets.
+ Knowledgeably conduct inspections of all safety equipment. Including ropes, harnesses, helmets, hardware and challenge course structures
+ In all activities (especially challenge course) being willing and able to interact with guests on an emotional level.
+ In all activities having risk management as number one priority
**Qualifications:**
**QUALIFICATIONS**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have an interest in and knowledge about the natural world, including the Sonoran desert, or a curiosity to learn about our natural habitat. This person must have strong interpersonal skills, strong customer service skills, strong group management skills, and strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. They also need to have the ability to be flexible in regard to scheduling and daily duties. Personal interest in outdoor adventure pursuits, including extensive hiking experience, mountain biking experience, rock climbing experience and a knowledge of rope systems.
**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE**
Previous professional/educational experience as an Outdoor Adventure guide or educator. First Aid and CPR certification
**LANGUAGE SKILLS**
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
**Primary Location:** US-AZ-Tucson
**Organization:** Miraval Arizona Resort and Spa
**Pay Basis:** Hourly
**Job Level:** Full-time
**Job:** Golf and Recreation
Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.
The primary goal of this position is to facilitate safe, meaningful and fun outdoor experiences. The guide should be competent in leading hikes ranging in difficulty and distance, guiding and instructing mountain bike rides and classes, facilitating high and low ropes challenge course activities, as well as instructing rock climbing.
**Essential Functions:**
+ Lead hikes of 3-12 miles with elevation gains ranging from 200-3000ft while carrying a 35 lbs. pack.
+ Lead mountain bike rides for 2hrs covering distances from 2-15 miles over varying levels of technical terrain.
+ Teach basic mountain biking skills.
+ Facilitate high ropes challenge course experiences for 2-6 hours per day, including long periods of time standing while belaying and facilitating. Must be comfortable climbing telephone poles and being at heights of 25-50 feet.
+ Instruct climbing wall activity, including teaching belaying, tying-in and climbing techniques.
+ Safely fit guests with harnesses and helmets.
+ Knowledgeably conduct inspections of all safety equipment. Including ropes, harnesses, helmets, hardware and challenge course structures
+ In all activities (especially challenge course) being willing and able to interact with guests on an emotional level.
+ In all activities having risk management as number one priority
**Qualifications:**
**QUALIFICATIONS**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have an interest in and knowledge about the natural world, including the Sonoran desert, or a curiosity to learn about our natural habitat. This person must have strong interpersonal skills, strong customer service skills, strong group management skills, and strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. They also need to have the ability to be flexible in regard to scheduling and daily duties. Personal interest in outdoor adventure pursuits, including extensive hiking experience, mountain biking experience, rock climbing experience and a knowledge of rope systems.
**EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE**
Previous professional/educational experience as an Outdoor Adventure guide or educator. First Aid and CPR certification
**LANGUAGE SKILLS**
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
**Primary Location:** US-AZ-Tucson
**Organization:** Miraval Arizona Resort and Spa
**Pay Basis:** Hourly
**Job Level:** Full-time
**Job:** Golf and Recreation
Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024