Raft Guide

Raft Guide Posted by National Ability Center on 02/09/2026 Job Basics Industry Sector: Action, Outdoor, WaterSports Job Categories: Guide (raft,fish,bike hunt,horse etc.), Outfitter- Adventure Travel Staff Company Type: Intern, Recreation, School/Military, Service, Retail, TravelandTourism State: UT City: Moab Country: United States Required Experience: 1 - 3 years Job Type: Seasonal Full Time Salary: Required to Relocate: Yes Required to Travel: Yes Employee May Telecommute: No Job Seeker Must Live Within: 10 miles Job Description & Requirements Position Type : Seasonal, Non-Exempt (Hourly), part-time and full-time positions available Supervisor: Rafting Senior Manager Location: Moab, UT Schedule: Variable; weekaends, nights, and holiday work as required Compensation: Day and overnight rates (starting at $110 /day and $150/overnight); hourly rates (starting at $20 an hour) depending on experience Guide whitewater. Empower people. Live the river life. The National Ability Center is looking for adventurous, mission-driven Raft Guides to lead inclusive whitewater trips on the Green and Colorado Rivers. This seasonal role blends outdoor leadership, adaptive recreation, and unforgettable canyon experiences in Moab, Utah. As one of the largest non-profit outdoor therapeutic recreational programs in the world, our team is dedicated to the national movement of building an Adaptive Nation. From day trips to multi-day canyon expeditions, you’ll help participants push boundaries, build confidence, and experience the magic of the river—often for the first time. Job Summary: Raft Guides are responsible for guiding one to five-day whitewater rafting trips on class I-III rivers for people with disabilities. Guides will work in a team to facilitate all aspects of the trip experience, including trip preparation, river guiding, facilitation of activities, environmental education, and trip de-rigging. Part-time and full-time positions are available with a requirement to commit to the season that starts April 15, 2026 and runs through mid-October 2026. Essential Duties: •         Lead paddle and oar rig crews rafts through class I-III rapids on sections of the Green and Colorado rivers including but not limited to: The Fisher Towers, Ruby/Horsethief, Desolation Canyon, Gates of Lodore, Cataract Canyon, and Westwater Canyon. •         Lead instructional talks regarding safety and leave no trace camping techniques. •         Teach participants about the natural and human history of the Colorado Plateau and Colorado River. •         Ensure that trips utilize above par safety procedures. •         Assist with food packing, preparation, and clean up. •         Organize, maintain, and help repair program equipment. •         Adapt equipment to enable participants with special needs to fully participate. •         Drive and help maintain trucks with trailers. •         Assist in trip preparation, planning, implementation, and follow-up. •         Attend outreach and special events when necessary. •         Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: •         Must be able to start April 15, 2026 and work through mid-October 2026. •         Current Wilderness First Responder and CPR/AED (through ARC or AHA) certi?cations. •         Current driver’s license with clean driving record. •         Be able to maintain a Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) physical, paid for by the NAC. •         Be able to pass a background check. •         Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas or other immigration processes to attain or maintain employment eligibility. Preferred Qualifications: •         E xperience working in the outdoor industry or adaptive recreation. •         Experience or basic knowledge of white-water rafting. •         Experience working with people with disabilities. •         Ability to drive a vehicle with a trailer. •         Experience working with volunteers. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: •         Ability to lead groups in an outdoor setting. •         Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. •         Problem solving basic issues & ability to work independently. •         Demonstrates attention to detail. •         Demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability, and maturity. •         Strong work ethic to accommodate multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities in a quick-paced environment. • Ability to prioritize work effectively and efficiently under pressure. •         Ability to positively receive and