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Red River is hiring for the 2026 season!
Job descriptions for open positions in Moab and the Wasatch are below.
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Moab
Send Moab resumes and inquiries to Jason: jason@redriveradventures.com
River Guide
River guides navigate 13-foot and 14-foot inflatable paddle rafts on a Class 2 section of the Colorado River known as the Moab “Daily.” Guides work 5-6 days per week during the peak season (late May through mid-August). All training is provided by Red River and no prior experience is necessary. Guides are expected to be outgoing and personable, with strong communication skills, and will interact with guests of all ages. This is a full-time, seasonal position. Red River is also hiring Trip Leaders with a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.
Requirements and skills:
- First Aid and CPR certifications (can be completed online)
- physically fit and able to work in the heat (90+ degrees)
- strong interpersonal communication skills and work ethic
- full-time availability from May through August
- available for week-long training in May
- FOR TRIP LEADERS ONLY: Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification
Canyoneering and Climbing Guide
PLEASE NOTE: This position requires the AMGA Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) certification and a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification. If you lack either of these certifications, do not apply.
Canyoneering guides lead trips in four canyons ranging from four to six hours in length. Canyoneering trips are more common than climbing trips due to the summer heat. See below for certification and availability requirements. Guides work up to 5-6 days per week and are expected to be outgoing and personable, with strong communication skills and experience with safety systems.
Requirements and skills:
- AMGA Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) certification
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification
- physically fit and able to work in the heat (90+ degrees)
- strong interpersonal communication skills and experience with safety systems
- full-time availability from April through August
- opportunities for climb guiding, depending on demand
Send Moab resumes and inquiries to Jason: jason@redriveradventures.com
Wasatch
Fill out the form below or send Wasatch resumes and inquiries to Carl: carl@redriveradventures.com
AIARE Course Leader
Job duties: Responsible for delivering AIARE course curriculum and organization of assigned courses.
Requirements and skills:
- Advanced First Aid and CPR certifications
- AIARE Course leader training
- AMGA Ski Guide course or better, preferred
Fill out the form below or send Wasatch resumes and inquiries to Carl: carl@redriveradventures.com
