Summer
To apply for this job email your details to joe@riverratgsm.com
Job Description
Come live, work, and play in the Great Smoky Mountains. Be a part of the River Rat team. Join us this summer/fall in Townsend, Tennessee where the views and activities are at its best! River Rat tubing provides a cool and relaxing way to enjoy nature’s waterpark. Popular local activities include hiking, biking, tubing, fishing. We are just a few miles from the Smoky Mountain National Parks peaceful side entrance.
Camp Info
We are hiring for Work Camper positions. Campsites will include the following; partly shady level gravel pad, picnic table, firepit, septic, water, and 30/50 amp electric hookup. Wifi, laundry, and shower house are not included. The camper area does have adequate cellular signal and the laundry mat is approximately ¼ mile from the site. Restrooms and trash containers available across the street from the campsite. Camper, RV, or vans are not provided by the employer and must be provided by the employee/work camper.
Season & Position Info
River Rat Tubing season runs May – Labor Day, some flexibility available for candidates seeking a shorter or longer contract.
No previous experience required for these positions, but previous experience could assist in more pay per hourly rate. These positions are front facing with a lot of customer interaction. Successful applicants will receive appropriate training (depending on interest & experience).
Placement to include;
Customer Service Front desk
Reservationist
River Entry Monitor (Tunnel Guard)
Drivers
River Staff
River Rat Duties
The Customer Service and Reservationist positions support our operational sales and check-in. Answering phone calls, responding to emails, checking in guests, booking reservations, assisting with inventory in the retail shops, and assisting the management team with day-to-day tasks.
The Driver, Tunnel Guard, and River staff will help coordinate outside operations by shuttling guests, assisting guests with rental equipment, staging and inspecting equipment, assisting guests out of the river, and following all safety protocols. Driver’s must have a clean record and valid license.
Open to close hours are from 9am-8pm 7 days a week. Various shift times depending on position, 5 days a week, 35-40 hours weekly mid-May to Labor Day.
Compensation, discounts and rewards
Included river access campsite valued at $250 per week ($1000/mo.)
Hourly pay range $10.00-$14.00 per hour
Season bonus for every hour worked
20% discount on retail for River Rat employees
10% discount at Burger Master/Food truck
Complimentary tubing and rafting tickets
Free passes to popular area attractions
To apply for this job email your details to joe@riverratgsm.com