Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, FREE Employee housing, an easy and affordable meal plan, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Other Employee Benefits

• Paid SICK time
• Paid PTO after 500 hrs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary:

The Raft Guide position is a safety-critical, guest-facing role responsible for delivering exceptional, educational, and memorable float trip experiences on the Snake River. This position requires seasoned commercial rafting expertise, sound judgment in dynamic river environments, and a strong commitment to guest safety, hospitality, and environmental stewardship. Raft Guides lead 10-mile trips, manage vessels and equipment, interpret the natural and cultural history of the region, and collaborate closely with fellow guides and support staff to ensure smooth daily operations.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $17.75/hr
• Employment Type: Summer Seasonal 2026
• Shift Type: Full Time
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Safely guide commercial rafting trips on the Snake River, demonstrating expert boat handling, river reading, navigation, and controlled landings.
• Maintain constant situational awareness of river conditions, weather, wildlife, and guest needs, adjusting trip execution as required.
• Enforce all safety protocols, conduct guest safety briefings, and respond calmly and effectively to on-river incidents or emergencies.
• Serve as a role model for safe work practices and a strong safety culture.
• Prepare, rig, inspect, and maintain rafts and associated equipment daily and throughout the season.
• Perform basic repairs, patching, and preventative maintenance to ensure equipment remains in safe working condition.
• Assist with loading, unloading, staging, and securing gear before and after trips.
• Deliver warm, professional, and engaging guest service at all times.
• Learn and present approved interpretive content related to Jackson Hole, local history, wildlife, and natural resources.
• Adapt communication style to a wide range of guests, ensuring inclusivity, clarity, and enjoyment for all participants.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of prior commercial rafting guide experience.
• Valid driver’s license with successful Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) clearance.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Swiftwater Rescue Technician (SRT) certification.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in variable weather and river conditions.
• Physical capability to lift, carry, and maneuver rafts and equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive, team-oriented attitude.

What's In It For You?

• FREE Dormitory Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites
• FREE Wi-Fi
• FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
• FREE Participation in guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks!
• FREE Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment.
• 40% retail discounts plus online ProDeals
• 20% grocery and restaurant discounts
• $112/week Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria (mandatory for dorm residents, optional for RVers, FREE for Salary roles)

Before you apply, visit http://www.TetonEmployee.com for detailed information about housing and other information you will find helpful.

We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education. Grand Teton Lodge Company offers an amazing place to live and work, as well as FREE dormitory housing.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  513467
Reference Date: 02/19/2026 
Job Code Function: Water Sports