Sheri Griffith Expeditions is seeking passionate guides to join their team and share their love for the outdoors. Their mission is to enhance and enrich people’s lives through exceptional outdoor adventures, focusing on the unique energy and benefits of rivers and canyons. As stewards of the land, they aim to leave a positive impact on both guests and the environment, sharing the beauty and excitement of wilderness areas.

By joining Sheri Griffith Expeditions, guides have the opportunity to facilitate unforgettable experiences and influence the lives of others. The company emphasizes the sustainability of the environment and community, valuing the role guides play in shaping guests’ perspectives on conservation. With multiple seasons of guiding recommended, there are ample opportunities for skill development and building meaningful relationships. Sheri Griffith Expeditions seeks top-quality guides who can thrive in their environment and carry their skills throughout their lives, ensuring exceptional adventures for all who join them.

GUIDE JOB DESCRIPTION

As a member of our team, you are the face of our company. Our business is running rivers and we cannot accomplish that without top quality guides. Guides have direct contact with our guests and our managing agencies. Guides are responsible for operating boats, managing people, cooking meals, leading hikes, being safety conscious, providing information about the river history, the environment and many other subjects.

During our guide training, you will be trained on the aspects listed below. Do not feel overwhelmed, there are many, many aspects to being a guide. Training is on-going and not a one-time event. Throughout training we emphasize teamwork. There is no need to compete. When we all work together, we all benefit. All we ask is you try your best.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Guiding Skills & Knowledge

• Be and have the attitude of a team player.
• Integrate safety in all activities. (On and off the river.)
• Acquire and build on excellent boating and guiding skills on both river and land.
• Efficiently rig all boats, equipment and vehicles for river and/or road travel keeping safety a top priority.
• Prepare delicious, well-presented meals, keeping food safety a top priority.
• Be familiar with all the tools and resources to assist you in the field. (Repair Kits, First Aid Kits, Trip Leader Binders, etc.)
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic. Complete tasks from start to finish including putting things away and cleaning up your work space. (If your teammate is still working on group work, you should be too.)
• Maintain quality of equipment. This will require warehouse work time.
• Know and comply with the regulations set by our managing agencies. (BLM, NPS, State, etc.)
• Ability to aid in rescue and/or first aid scenarios in remote wilderness settings. This includes learning and being aware of potential evacuation methods and locations.
• Have the knowledge and ability to efficiently utilize satellite communication devices.
• Be prepared to work long hours with a good attitude and practice the necessary self-care to avoid injury and/or burnout.
• Adapts and readjusts to meet situational needs. Is a problem solver.
• Be an advocate for our rivers and canyons. Enhance others awareness of some of the environmental concerns in a way that allows them to form their own opinions.
• Is an advocate for Sheri Griffith. Promotes trips when possible. Wears the appropriate Sheri Griffith attire.
• Know and comply with SGE alcohol and drug policies.
• Know and comply with the SGE code of conduct.

Guide Certifications & Qualifications

• Guides must be at least 18 years old.
• Current CPR certification
• Current first aid certification. A WFR certification is strongly recommended and required to Trip Lead.
• Swift water rescue certification is encouraged.
• Current food handlers permit.
• Current river log.
• Initiative to obtain further certifications and qualifications is highly valued.

Guide Office Duties

• Be available and flexible throughout entire season. Communicate in advance when you are not available. Days off must be approved.
• Know who to ask for help.
• Report any witnessed misconduct to managers in a timely manner.
• Completes trip reports, incident reports, and “Thank You” cards with attention to detail and in a timely manner. Is able to utilize the appropriate technology to accomplish this.
• Participate in team meetings and other opportunities to provide constructive feedback.
• Be willing to be open and evolve with changing protocols, procedures and guidelines.

Guide Communication Skills

• Maintains a strong leadership ability. Support your teammates by understanding your role for each trip.
• Provides effective informational “talks” in regards to river safety, camp safety, low impact camping and etc.
• Provides effective interpretation of the rivers and canyons. This includes but is not limited to geology, archaeology and history.
• Address and resolve conflict in a timely/mature manner.
• Provide feedback in a positive, constructive way.
• Be grateful and receptive to feedback.
• Be courteous and respectful to all. Keep conversations professional. Don’t bad mouth others (Government agencies, other companies, private boaters and etc.)

Create Outstanding Outdoor Experiences

• Act in a professional demeanor with all SGE guests and crew. Be prepared with strategies to deal with challenging situations.
• Instill confidence and a sense of inclusion creating a shared adventure with our guests.
• Provide guests with the necessary information for them to decide which hikes/activities are appropriate for their skill level without making them feel left out.
• Learn and use guest names.
• Be familiar with the SGE trips and what our guests are sold.
• We are uniquely positions to run a more “custom” trip for our guests. Be pro-active in looking for ways to provide our guests something special.
• Facilitate camp games and other actives. Focusing on being a positive role model for youth and others.
• We operate in an ever changing sometimes unpredictable environment. Be ready and aware to provide assistance as needed.

Ideas & Values to Embrace

• Enjoy and have passion for what you do.
• Work hard & be accountable.
• Everyone on the crew is important.
• Listen to what others have to say.
• Take pride in your work.
• Work on your goals and personal growth.
• Trust and create trust.
• Understand that everyone does not think like you.
• Pay attention and practice pro-active thinking.
• Our guests make the trip possible, guides make the trip special for our guests.

Compensation & Benefits

• Being part of an outdoor family where you build relationships with teammates and customers.
• Competitive pay. (Based on experience)
• A variety of rivers and opportunity for growth.
• Dark night skies and a beautiful office.
• Opportunities for both physical and mental exertion.
• Access to pro-deal discounts of outdoor gear.
• Healthy meals.
• Opportunities to borrow company equipment.

Click here to fill out an application.

SGE is looking for quality drivers. You are not required to have a CDL but will be required to have a current UDOT medical certification as well as an MVR. This job includes shuttling guests, gear and staff to and from the river. Drivers are responsible for the safety of the rig and trailers and driving safely while on the road. Potential drivers must have a professional attitude, be willing to learn and willing to help out with other tasks to the best of their physical capabilities.

If you are interested in becoming one of our drivers, please click here to fill out an application.

The job of working in the warehouse is a critical component to our trips. The Assistant Warehouse staff position is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and really learn about all aspects of our river trips.

This position will allow you to learn about preparing for a river trip, including packing camp equipment and repairing and maintaining equipment. You will also begin to learn all of the other many facets: Customer Service, Safety Procedures, maneuvering a variety of boats, completing paperwork and abiding by all company and government agency policies and regulations. You may also be assigned work in the commissary or in the front office. On some trips you may be assigned the “Crew” position, where you will help with setting up camp, tents and cooking.

This job may at times require you to be able to be on the river and take care of yourself. As you work toward the Guide position, it is important to note that all guides are required to be at least 18 years of age and maintain current first aid and CPR certifications. (The minimum of WFR is strongly encouraged and required in some cases)

If hired you will be required to attend the SGE Training which includes; Risk Management, Food Sanitation, River Skills, Customer Service and Interpretive Training.

WAREHOUSE WORKER JOB DESCRIPTION

Our warehouse crew is the backbone of our business. Our business is running rivers and we cannot accomplish that without the people who do the behind-the-scenes work. Warehouse work is the main component of the job, but other responsibilities may include commissary work and yard maintenance. The Warehouse worker reports to the Warehouse Manager. It takes many talented people to create outstanding experiences for our guests. By joining our team, you are joining us in our mission “To enhance and enrich people’s lives through outstanding outdoor adventure.”

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Front Warehouse

• Packing trips in a timely, detail-oriented matter.
• Clean up after trips. Includes but no limited to;
  • Cleaning dry bags
  • Laundry (Sleeping bags, bedding, linen, wetsuits, splash gear, etc.)
  • Washing dishes
• Sweeping warehouse when needed and making sure garbage and recycle containers are emptied.
• Cleaning vehicles as needed.
• Repair equipment as needed. Willing to learn and acquire more skills.
• Adapts and readjusts to meet situational needs. Is a problem solver.
• When needed, assist in weeding, watering and maintaining front flower beds.
• Maintaining a clean SGE yard.
  • Weeding/spraying yard and outside areas.
  • Garbage pick-up.

Back Warehouse

• Sweeping warehouse when needed and making sure garbage and recycle containers are emptied.
• Cleaning and refilling soap, dish soap and bleach containers.
• Restocking “dishwash bags”
• Cleaning Groover area and restocking when needed.
• When needed, assist in filling propane.
• When needed, assist in filling gas jerry cans.
• When needed, assist with rigs and/or de-rigs.

Commissary

• Filling Tupperware containers as needed with appropriate condiments, dressings, etc.
• Assisting with “Go Backs” (Organizing snacks and soda’s)
• Cleaning Tupperwares when necessary.
• Restocking spice boxes and tea kits.
• Consolidating when necessary. (Hot sauces, powder drinks, salt and pepper, etc.)
• Notify Commissary Manager when food needs to be restocked.
• Assist in keeping commissary clean.
  • Floors, walls, fridges, freezers, shelves and etc.
  • Assist with garbage and recycling.
  • Assist in monitory daily temperatures of fridges and freezers.

Warehouse Worker Other Duties

• Be available and flexible throughout entire season. Communicate in advance when you are not available. Days off must be approved.
• Know who to ask for help.
• Report any witnessed misconduct to managers in a timely manner.
• Be willing to be open and evolve with changing protocols, procedures and guidelines.
• Is an advocate for Sheri Griffith. Promotes trips when possible. Wears the appropriate Sheri Griffith attire.
• Know and comply with SGE alcohol and drug policies.
• Know and comply with the SGE code of conduct.
• Act in a professional demeanor with all SGE guests and crew. Be prepared with strategies to deal with challenging situations.

Work Ethic & Communication Skills

• Be and have the attitude of a team player.
• Integrate safety in all activities.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic. Complete tasks from start to finish including putting things away and cleaning up your work space.
• Adapts and readjusts to meet situational standards.
• Address and resolve conflict in a timely/mature manner.
• Provide feedback in a positive, constructive way.
• Be grateful and receptive to feedback.

Ideas & Values to Embrace

• Enjoy and have passion for what you do.
• Work hard & be accountable.
• Everyone on the crew is important.
• Listen to what others have to say.
• Take pride in your work.
• Work on your goals and personal growth.
• Trust and create trust.
• Understand that everyone does not think like you.
• Pay attention and practice pro-active thinking.

Compensation & Benefits

• Being part of an outdoor family where you build relationships with teammates and customers.
• Competitive pay. (Based on experience)
• Opportunities for both physical and mental exertion.
• Dark night skies and a beautiful office.
• Access to pro-deal discounts of outdoor gear.
• Opportunities to borrow company equipment.

Click here to fill out an application.