Job Application - AAMS Mild To Wild Rafting

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Durango Assistant Manager

Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tour Outfitter is seeking a qualified person to assist the operations team in Durango. The ideal candidate is an adaptable team player with a positive attitude who is willing to work outdoors performing a variety of tasks to help a keep the Durango Operations running smoothly. This opportunity offers comprehensive experience in operating an outfitting business and outdoor recreation through observations, shadowing, organizing, and performing tasks within and outside of the office.

The ideal candidate is an adaptable team player with a positive attitude who is willing to work both indoors and outdoors performing a variety of tasks associated with the logistics of running our business. This position aids with all aspects of trip logistics from preparing and packing to transportation and de-rigging. These tasks include but are not limited to gear outfitting, transportation, facilities/vehicle maintenance, overseeing the ordering and maintenance of gear, ordering food and consumable items, and upkeep and organization of the boat barn.

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours have been the Southwest’s adventure and whitewater experts for over 25 years. Started by Molly & Alex Mickel, Mild to Wild has grown from a small booth in downtown Durango, to running trips all over Arizona, Utah, & Colorado. With the addition of Adventure Bound USA in 2018, Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours expanded to open an office in Moab, UT and run multi-day trips on legendary river sections such as Gates of Lodore, Yampa, Desolation Canyon, & Cataract Canyon. Mild to Wild is thrilled to carry on the nearly 70 year legacy of Adventure Bound River Expeditions. Our mission is to enrich our guests' lives with an escape in the outdoors creating a deeper connection with nature, family, and new friends.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Learning to navigate Mild to Wild’s reservation system(s)
  • Maintain an exceptional warehouse, office area, and boatyard organization and keep everything stocked.
  • Key player in the hiring process of the Lower Animas River guides
  • Gear and vehicle maintenance upkeep throughout the season
  • Ensuring that trips are on time and well-organized
  • Work cooperatively with management and staff to ensure that the logistical needs of all current and projected trips are met.
  • Maintain and update water level policies
  • Conduct meetings that pertain to the Durango rivers.
  • Be well versed in the inter-office communication and task management tools (Slack, ConnectTeam, etc.)
  • Daily-coordinate the Lower Animas four days a week
  • Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching
  • Coordinate guide school instructors
  • Drive to constantly look for ways to improve efficiency. Applicants should always be looking for ways to improve through process efficiencies, systems and automation.

Qualifications:

  • Well-organized
  • Prior river experience is a plus
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to motivate a team, monitor productivity and lead by example.
  • Able to easily multi-task and work on multiple projects with the same deadlines
  • Displays excellent communication and writing skills.
  • The desire to improve and grow with the organization.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, team player, with an ability to resolve complex issues with a positive attitude.
  • Ability to work with great attention to detail
  • Must be accommodating to changes and with being on call
  • Must be willing to work weekends, evenings, and occasional overnights in the field.
  • Must abide by the policies and procedures of Mild to Wild.
  • A willingness to obtain CDL and/or have a CDL ( We will train).
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Experience working on all kinds of rafting equipment, basic carpentry & mechanical knowledge is a plus.

Commitment:

  • April 15th-May 15th 40 hrs a week
  • May 16th- August 21st 50 hrs a week
  • August 21- September 15th 40 hrs a week

Compensation, and Benefits:

  • Benefits & Pay are dependent on experience & qualifications
  • ​​Join in the fun and go along Mild to Wild adventures.
  • Join a winning team with opportunities for growth.
  • Access to pro-deal discounts on outdoor gear.
  • Certifications such as Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and Swift Water rescue covered by company