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Naventure is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment that allows our employees to thrive and grow, and we are dedicated to giving our customers a memorable time in the great outdoors. If you share this passion and are looking for a fulfilling career in the outdoor industry, you have come to the right place.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
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Looking for versatile Camp Host/General Staff to join our team. Duties may include retail and cash handling, janitorial tasks, outdoor and campground cleaning, landscaping, customer service, small tool operation, large machinery operation, rule enforcement, and trail maintenance. If you have a passion for outdoor hospitality, apply today!
Locations: Alexander Springs, Juniper Springs, Mill Dam, & Silver Glen Springs
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Naventure is seeking enthusiastic, customer service focused Gatehouse staff at Sliding Rock Recreation Area. Gatehouse staff work together with management to welcome, educate, and inspire all our visitors. This is a fun, fast-paced and rewarding work environment.
Sliding Rock Recreation Area is an iconic location and activity in the heart of Pisgah National Forest. Sliding Rock is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 7 days a week from 9am to 6pm.
Gatehouse staff welcome and educate all visitors on what SR is, how it works, what to expect and most importantly, the safety rules and information. Staff are collecting admission into the area. All visitors pay a $5 person fee to access the area. Gatehouse staff are responsible for frequently cleaning of the bathrooms and changing rooms. Managing parking, traffic control, money handling, trash pickup and light landscaping are primary responsibilities of the job. All staff are responsible for following Naventure and USFS protocol.
If you are looking for an incredible summer opportunity please apply below.
Full-time and part-time, hourly positions, working 2-6 days a week, are available. Working on weekends and holidays is expected. Gatehouse staff pay rates start at $14/hour.
>> APPLY HERE
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Naventure is seeking adventurous and safety conscious Lifeguards to join our team at Sliding Rock Recreation Area. This is no swimming pool or country club! Sliding Rock creates a fun, challenging, rewarding and unique work environment. We are also interested in talking with avid paddlers and swift water rescue technicians. This is a great opportunity for adventurers, rescue personnel, outdoor trip leaders and students alike.
Sliding Rock Recreation Area is an iconic location and activity in the heart of Pisgah National Forest. Sliding Rock is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 7 days a week from 9am to 6pm.
Sliding Rock is a 60-foot natural water slide, where visitors come to experience this unique natural attraction and feel some adrenaline in a once in a lifetime adventure. This is cold and fast-moving whitewater. The pool is 8-10 feet deep in some places and much of the pool is 6 feet or less and allows guards and visitors to stand.
Lifeguards are responsible for following Naventure and USFS protocol, managing the overall safety of the visitors and creating a low risk, welcoming and enthusiastic environment for visitors and staff alike. Lifeguards monitor the pool and surrounding areas, manage risk, engage with, and instruct visitors, provide first aid, manage emergencies and work with local rescue agencies.
If you do not have a Lifeguard certification, we are happy to help. Naventure, we reimburse Lifeguards after 30 days of employment.
If you are looking for an incredible summer opportunity please apply below.
Full-time and part-time, hourly positions working 2-6 days a week are available. Working on weekends and holidays is expected. Lifeguard pay rates start at $17/hour.
>> APPLY HERE
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Lifeguards must have a strong focus on risk management and communication. Applicants need to have reliable transportation, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
Must be 18 years or older, and must have up-to-date lifeguard, first aid, and CPR certifications. Must be able to walk at least one-mile comfortably and lift about 50 lbs.
Locations: Alexander Springs, Juniper Springs, Mill Dam, & Silver Glen Springs
>> APPLY HERE
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Seeking a dedicated individual to oversee all Juniper Springs area sites, including Mill Dam, Wildcat Lake, Juniper Wayside, and Sweetwater Cabin. Ensure full staffing with professional and courteous individuals to uphold Naventure's commitment to exceptional guest experiences. Recruit, train, and retain top-quality staff while providing leadership and managerial support. This critical year-round role requires ownership of a hard-side camper trailer or RV suitable for long-term living.
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES
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The Campground Manager(s) is a seasonal or year round position. We prefer that managers work a full 8 month season or longer (March through November). This position is responsible for all aspects of the day to day operations of the campground.
Primary responsibilities are hiring, training, scheduling, administrative, purchasing, leading by example, high level customer service and creating a high energy positive work environment. Some locations may require a manager to perform various housekeeping and grounds maintenance duties. We are seeking independent workers with a strong work ethic and thoughtful leadership.
Salaried Position with paid vacation time and benefits available.
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Hosts work together to ensure the campground is in good working order and that all visitors are informed, prepared and attended to. Primary responsibilities include customer service, gatehouse shifts, cleaning bathroom facilities, light maintenance and landscaping, camp site cleanup and creating a high energy positive work environment.
Hosts are expected to work a minimum of 3 months and can work our full 8-month season (March through November). Hosts that can stay longer are always welcome. Hosts work 25-40 hours per week and are paid hourly.
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Lifeguards must have a strong focus on risk management and communication. Applicants need to have reliable transportation, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
Must be 18 years or older, and must have up-to-date lifeguard, first aid, and CPR certifications. Must be able to walk at least one-mile comfortably and lift about 50 lbs.
We accept applications on an ongoing basis, and welcome prospective candidates to express their interest for future opportunities.
Naventure is committed to creating a diverse environment and is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.