Kayak Guide

Stehekin Valley Ranch runs guided kayak tours on Lake Chelan. Trips are 1.5 – 2 hours in length. The guide is responsible for picking up guests at the Ranch or at the Landing and transporting them to and from the put-in. Guide will provide basic instruction for operation of the kayak as well as paddling technique. During the tour the guide will give a running commentary on the local history and environmental points of interest. The guide is also responsible for the safety of all participants and will be required to demonstrate the ability to perform a rescue and other emergency procedures prior to being signed off to lead trips. First Aid and CPR certifications required.

This is a part time position, and will be combined with other position(s) in order to make enough hours for a full time job. We will not hire a guide who is not willing to work additional jobs, as we do not have sufficient housing to accommodate  part time workers.

Given the positions we have left to fill, it would be extremely helpful for our kayak guide to have one or all of the following.

Additional skill/certifications which – while not required – are quite helpful include:
Class B CDL with passenger endorsement. General carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and/or automotive experience.

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What We Expect From You

We expect our staff to work hard with enthusiasm and a desire to get the job done right the first time. We delight in a member of the team who “owns” his or her job, and with the proper attitude you will have a lot of fun. During your free time you are welcome to participate in ranch activities such as riding, kayaking, hiking, fishing, etc. Remember, though, this is not your summer vacation – it can be strenuous work.

Availability

First consideration is given to employees who can stay from June 10th thru September 30th. We are willing to work with your scheduling needs however, so let us know if you are not available for the whole season – we may be able to accommodate.

Internet

Internet availability: We do have wireless internet available for our staff, but it is VERY limited. You will not be able to use it to stream videos, make phone calls, or upload/download all your pictures. It will work just fine for email, texting, and some basic website browsing. We do not guarantee that you will be able to pick up the signal in your room/cabin, but you won’t have to go far to connect.

Employee Housing

We are able to provide housing and meals for some employees at the ranch. After we interview and before we make an official job offer we will discuss housing needs and costs. Rest assured that whatever your situation we will help you find housing. Housing varies from single rooms, tent cabins, cabins or RV hookups for either your trailer or ours. All units are not fancy but you will have a room of your own. If you are a couple or family we will work with you to find adequate housing.
Dining and laundry facilities are the same as those used by our guests. Remember to consider the guests, and instruction will be given on how to schedule your laundry and meals appropriately.

Pay and Hours

Crewmembers work 30-40 hours per week. More hours are available depending on which position you hold and your experience and attitude. Minimum wage in this state has been raised to $13.50/hour in 2020. After considering your application and your skills, strengths and availability and if we decide to employ you we will make you an offer depending on these factors. Our pay structure enables staff desiring to save money to do so. Our goal is to reward valuable employees well and to have you come back year after year. If you are the type of person who thinks life is one big party, then Stehekin is probably not for you. Drug use or alcohol use is not permitted or tolerated. Smokers do not generally fit in well with our goals or clientele.

Is this job for you?

Though a seasonal job with Stehekin Valley Ranch offers many rewards, it may not be for a person whose only priority is financial compensation. We have discovered that the most successful summer employees are the ones who enjoy people and who enjoy the great surroundings of our area. We pride ourselves in hosting a fun and unique summer experience where each employee is treated with dignity and respect. We are an “employee friendly” business that believes motivated and satisfied employees will do the best job of caring for our ranch guests.

Our season runs Mid-June – September, and we give priority to those who can stay for the whole term. We start making hiring decisions for the upcoming season in January.