Zip Line Guides and Ecology Interpretive Guides

~ Soar over the San Juan Mountains on 27 different zip lines that range from 56 to 1,400 feet in length. Over a mile and a half of cable will carry you across the Animas River and through majestic Old Growth Ponderosa Pines and beautiful Aspen Groves. Our patented, eco-friendly zip lining course is inspected daily and is so safe that guests don't even need to wear gloves or helmets! ~

Soaring Tree Top Adventures is located in the heart of one of the country's most scenic areas. Along with that natural beauty comes a wide array of wildlife: elk, deer, mountain sheep, bobcats, mountain lions, turkeys, bears and many other species call this area their home. We consider it our duty to protect and nurture this habitat. Two dollars out of every zipline guest's admission is donated to the Durango Wildlife Rehabilitation Fund.

Position Overview

Are you physically fit, safety conscious, comfortable working at heights, and do you have an outgoing and personable disposition? If so, you may have what it takes to work at Soaring Treetop Adventures, the world’s largest zip line course, rated #1 on TripAdvisor.com!  Seeking applicants for Zip Line Tour Guides (Sky Rangers) and Ecology Interpretive Guides (Eco Rangers) for the summer season.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Eco Rangers:

• Eco Rangers are responsible for educating guests about the natural history of our remote property within an Old Growth forest in the San Juan Mountains as they participate in our zip line course.
• Between spans, guests learn from our Eco Rangers about the natural environment of Southwest Colorado. 
• The ecology tour runs in tandem with ziplining, and Eco Rangers work side by side with Sky Rangers. 
• We want guests to understand the importance of protecting the environment and to promote a clean environment.
• You’ll spend time researching and obtaining program information. 
• A background in Natural Resources and Interpretation, Environmental Science, Outdoor Recreation, Biology, Botany, Ecology, or any other sciences preferred. 

Sky Rangers: 

• Sky Rangers are responsible for safely leading large groups of guests through the zip line course.
• Duties include guiding guests through the treetop canopy tour, focusing on guest safety as top priority. 
• Staff actively engage guests in conversation throughout the day and provide a safe and unforgettable experience.
• Requirements include the ability to lift children on/off the zip line cables, climb via ascenders up 60’ of rope, and feel comfortable in such environments. 
• Familiarity with climbing gear and First Aid/CPR certifications are a plus.
• The job is physically challenging, so you need to be very physically fit, and it requires 100% attention to safety, so you need to be detail-oriented.
• Sky Rangers are also responsible for daily course inspections, harness inspections, and course and equipment maintenance.

Note: All guides are required to maintain a clean-cut, professional appearance, and need to be comfortable with public speaking, working at heights, standing for long hours, and be physically fit.   For more information please visit our website.

Compensation/Duration

• Employment options: Peak (June 1-mid-August) or Full (June 1-mid-October).
• Full-time seasonal position 40 plus hours/week paid on a salary of $1700/month.
• Room/Board included. Remote, cabin-style living. There is no road access to the property, but staff can travel off property on days off. Parking provided.

To Apply

• Please click "Apply" below to upload your resume, cover letter describing related experience, and three references with desired position indicated in the subject line.