Outdoor Field Guide

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Full time | 8 days on/6 days off | $153-260/day | Benefits

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Orientation Weeks: June 18th, July 16th, and August 13th

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of at-risk youth while immersing yourself in the breathtaking wilderness? At ThreePeaks Ascent, we don't just guide teens through the outdoors; we guide them towards healing, growth, and a brighter future. As a Field Guide, you will be on the front lines of this transformative journey, creating a supportive, adventurous, and safe environment for our students to thrive.

Imagine teaching life-changing wilderness skills like building a bowdrill fire, crafting shelters from tarps, exploring ancient petroglyphs, conquering mountain peaks, and witnessing wild mustang herds at sunrise. Our Field Guides spend 8-day shifts in the backcountry, hiking, mentoring, and leading small groups of teens through immersive outdoor challenges that empower and inspire.

Join either our ThreePeaks basecamp groups, where students enjoy a blend of rustic living and exciting activities like mountain biking and slacklining, or our RedCliff expedition groups, living primitively as they hike continually through 400+ square miles of pristine wilderness. Your role is pivotal in fostering healthy relationships, facilitating experiential learning, and supporting lasting clinical growth.

With the right mix of leadership, compassion, and a love for adventure, you will help heal families and change lives, all while embracing the raw beauty of nature.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor small groups of struggling teenagers through 8 consecutive days in the backcountry, hiking daily without cell service.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of students at all times.
• Teach primitive and outdoor skills to empower students.
• Support student chapter work and facilitate meaningful group discussions.
• Instill appreciation and knowledge of nature and wilderness living.
• Manage crises calmly and effectively, fostering a secure and nurturing environment.
• Collaborate with your team to creatively solve the challenges of wilderness living.
• Maintain essential safety gear, including First Aid kits, radios, and Garmin devices.
• Adhere strictly to company policies and legal regulations.
• Have fun – your enthusiasm helps create a positive experience for our youth!

Please note: Be sure to include your education, work experience, certifications, and licenses in your resume.

Applications missing minimum requirements will not be considered.

Hard Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• 1st Aid & CPR certification required within first month; Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification preferred.
• At least 19 years old.
• Clear criminal background check.
• Pass pre-employment health assessment.
• Eligible to work in the USA.
• Physical endurance and ability to hike, climb, and carry 40+ pounds over rugged terrain daily in various weather conditions.

Soft Skills

• Team player with strong collaboration abilities.
• Leadership skills and the capacity to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• Emotional self-regulation and good judgement.
• Safety-focused mindset.
• Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback.
• Maintain firm, healthy boundaries.
• Fully equipped with appropriate gear for backcountry living.

• Find your tribe: A supportive and close-knit niche in the outdoor community. These are your people.
• 8 on/6 off schedule means you have about 150 days off each year!
• Only have to drive to work 4-5 times a month
• Accommodation available at base for the nights before and after your shift (beds, kitchen, showers)
• Bonuses for completing the internship period and referrals
• Full-time job with guaranteed overtime
• Health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and other insurance plans available after first 60 days
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Pro deals! Significant discounts for hundreds of professional outdoor gear brands
• Long off-shifts ideal for travel, exploring Utah's Big 5, or any other adventure!
• A few hours from Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell
• A few hours from many world-class ski resorts
• Close to Mccarran International Airport in Las Vegas