Wet Planet is looking for a Base Operations Manager to lead our Photographers, Shuttle drivers, Baristas, Food service and Retail Associates who form the Base Operations Team at our White Salmon River Outpost!
In many ways, our Base Support Team is the beating heart of Wet Planet. As a manager, there is never a dull moment in this dynamic and fun environment. You head is on a swivel while orchestrating all the different elements during the day associated with the logistics of a whitewater outfit. The Wet Planet "Base", located along the White Salmon River, is where the day’s adventure begins and ends for most of our guests; where they are greeted in a great ambiance and with the stellar guest service provided by our Base Team, and where the sounds of laughter ring through the building as they view their photos after the trip.
Our team members take pride in providing great guest service, greeting everyone with a smile when they arrive to check-in for their whitewater rafting trip or kayaking course, where they grab an espresso drink and bite to eat, or browse our store for a cool shirt to remember their day out on the river with us. While guests are out on the river, the base team members enjoy a variety of responsibilities ranging from poring the perfect espresso drink for visitors, to preparing lunches for our river trips, organizing our store merchandise, taking photos on the river, or driving shuttles. It’s a fun, dynamic, often fast-paced environment - there’s never a dull moment at the Wet Planet Base!
This is a great position for someone with hospitality background, ready to step into a management position, and who wants to work in the Outdoor Industry. You’ll enjoy working with an exceptionally fun group of people with a passion for the outdoors, and have ample opportunity to get out on the river and learn to kayak or raft!
Wet Planet
Each year, many of our guests and team members return to enjoy the abundance of beautiful rivers we raft and kayak in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Our headquarters are located along the banks of the White Salmon River in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, surrounded by a whitewater paradise and an incredible community of boaters. It's the perfect location for raft guides and kayakers to work and play in the Pacific Northwest.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Providing excellent and genuine guest service comes second nature to you
- A minimum of 2 years experience in the whitewater industry or as a retail clerk, barista or food prep is required
- Professional appearance, great communication skills and enjoy coaching and leading a small team.
- Current Washington Health Department Food Handler certification before start date
- A college degree is a plus.
Availability:
- This is a seasonal position, with a path for a long-term commitment
- Full-time for the full Wet Planet season: from the end of March through September
Wet Planet Perks:
- Access to free trips and courses, and discounted professional training (river rescue courses, medical courses, ACA instructor course, etc.)
- Cross-training for other job areas & opportunities within Wet Planet
- Discounts on food, drinks, and merchandise in the Wet Planet store and espresso bar
- Industry Pro Purchase Program
- Free rafting and kayak courses for friends & family
- Annual multi-day staff trip (Main Salmon or Owyhee rivers)
- Regular staff dinners (SND – Saturday Night Dinner)
- Access to local housing options
- Connections for winter job opportunities
- Accrued Sick Leave
- Retirement plan after two seasons of full-time employment
Compensation:
- Hourly, $22-$25 based on experience
- Fully funded medical benefits
- Simple IRA savings plan option after 2 years
Combine your desire to play outside with your professional skillset and experience – join our team!