Hiking/Backpacking Guide

Wildland Trekking Co is seeking Guides to lead backpacking, hiking, lodge or campground based, day hike and llama trekking trips in 2025. Work from March - October or September - October in our desert regions of Grand Canyon and Sedona or Southern Utah and Joshua Tree or June through September/October in New England, Sierras, or Rocky Mountains of Colorado. 

Guides manage all aspects of the trip. They prep gear and food, cook meals, teach guests the basics of backpacking and camping, provide interpretive information, manage risk in variable environments, and facilitate social dynamics and guest satisfaction.

Benefits include a fun, supportive work environment with high-quality people, paid training, post-trip gratuities, and opportunities for professional growth into management positions. Imagine working a job where many of America's premier hiking destinations are your day-to-day lifestyle.

The Wildland Trekking Company offers small group, multi-day backpacking or llama/mule supported trips, day hikes, car-camping basecamp style, and inn-based hiking trips for adults and families looking to experience unforgettable hiking vacations in majestic landscapes. Guests can expect delicious meals and extraordinary guides who have the ability to turn a great get-away into an unforgettable, inspiring adventure. 

Qualifications:

• 21 years of age

• Previous guiding experience (1-2+ years preferred)

• Hold, or obtain, a valid WFR/WEMT

• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a Backcountry Food Handlers Certification

• Clean Background check and Motor Vehicle Record (minor infraction ok)

• Excellent camping/backcountry living skills 

• Experience and desire to cook delicious meals in an outdoor setting 

• Practiced interpretation and/or teaching skills, strong local knowledge (or willingness to dig in and learn about an area) 

• A service-oriented work ethic

• High level of fitness

• Enthusiasm for being outside in all weather

• Superb customer service and people skills

*Please note, depending on location, start dates vary from Feb 14th, May 2nd, June or mid/late August, see website for details.*