outdoor guide
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Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Outdoors. At heights. Dangerous. Wet/damp. Cold/refrigerated. Work setting: Room and board provided. Rural area. Remote location. Ski - alpine. Tasks: Escort groups on outdoor sport and recreational trips. Assemble camping gear and supplies. Plan trips. Operate communication (including emergency) devices. Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Maintain equipment. Provide outdoor, wilderness and wildlife instruction. Orienteering and/or survival. Set up emergency shelters. Address customers' complaints or concerns. Assist clients/guests with special needs. Participate in programs to forecast and control avalanches in mountainous terrain. Coaching. Follow directions and read map. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : CPR Certificate. Advanced Wilderness First Aid Certificate. Level 1 avalanche, Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) Training. Level 2 avalanche, Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) Training. Ski Guide Certificate. Equipment and machinery experience: Safety equipment. Guide specialization: General outdoors guiding. Mountain climbing. Specialization or experience: Specialized environmental skills and knowledge. Area of specialization: Risk management. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Night. Day. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Financial benefits: As per collective agreement. Bonus. Gratuities. Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Night shift premium. Other benefits: On-site amenities. On-site housing options. Other benefits. Support for newcomers and refugees: Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition. Support for youths: Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Support for Indigenous people: Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations .