Canadian Outback Rafting Company (CORC) has a white water rafting junior guide opportunity in Squamish BC in spring of 2025.
Canadian Outback first established its rafting operation in the beautiful Squamish Valley
of British Columbia in 1995 on the Elaho, Squamish and Cheakamus Rivers. We also
offer world-class expeditions in Northern BC, the Yukon, and Alaska on the Babine,
Skeena, Tatshenshini and Alsek Rivers. Our trips vary from Class 1 and a couple of
hours up to Class 4 and up to ten days.
We are a leader in safety, and one of the highest volume rafting companies in Western
Canada, CORC strives to be a leader both as an operator and employer in the rafting
industry and tourism community. With the company’s busy pace and growth, our rafting
guides get the opportunity to work on multiple varied trips and rivers and receive
ongoing training and growth opportunities, all in a fun and rewarding work environment.
As an active member of the British Columbia River Outfitters Association (BCROA), and
of tourism associations in Vancouver, Squamish, Whistler and the Yukon, Canadian
Outback has established itself as a trusted name in adventure tourism in Western
Canada.
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Organize and assemble equipment required for each trip
• Technical instruction of lower-level raft guides
• Guide commercial tour groups on class 2, and class 3-4 white water rivers
• Enforce safety rules and regulations on and off the river
• Provide expert level of raft maintenance
• Provide high level of service to clients on and off the river
• Fluent in English
The Right Fit:
We are a leading-edge rafting company looking for someone who shares our core
values and displays passion to accomplish our vision. You should desire a professional
working environment where the team pushes each other to improve. Our success is
derived from a commitment to always be improving both in our professional careers and
our personal development. The white-water rafting instructors will report directly to the
River Operations Manager and work with the Owner, Reservations Manager, as well as
the reservations team to ensure the best possible client experience.
If you are up for a busy rafting season, on fun rivers, with a professional atmosphere
this could be a good fit for you.
Job Requirements/Qualifications:
• Must have 1 year of experience instructing white water rafting (river log required
to verify experience), OR must be willing to take our training course
• Must hold current Swift-water Rescue certification (recertification available
through the company)
• Must hold current First Aid certification
• Must hold BC River Outfitters Association Guiding License or equivalent for white
water rafting
• Must be able to assess river conditions
• Must be able to lead groups
• White water kayak experience is a bonus
• Preference will be given to those with a Commercial Drivers (company can assist
with this for those interested)
Salary/Wage: $22-25 per hour depending on experience (Plus Vacation Pay)
Location: 12825 Squamish Valley Rd, Squamish, BC
Job Application Process:
Please apply by submitting an email to gyoung@canadianoutbackrafting.com and
include your resume river experience.
Start date April 15-June15 2025