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JOIN THE CREW

We're always looking for passionate, skilled guides who love Colorado's rivers as much as we do.

What We Look For

Physical Fitness & River Experience

Guiding is physically demanding. We look for candidates who are fit, capable, and have documented time on moving water — not just a class, but real river experience.

Love of the Outdoors

This isn't just a job — it's a lifestyle. We want people who genuinely love being on the river and bring that energy to every guest they guide.

Great with Guests

Our guides are the face of Liquid Descent. Strong communication, patience with beginners, and the ability to make people feel safe and excited are essential.

What You Get

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World-Class Rivers

Work on some of the best whitewater in Colorado — Clear Creek and the Colorado River are genuinely special places to spend a season.

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Competitive Pay

We pay competitive seasonal wages that reflect the skill and responsibility our guides bring to every trip.

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Gear Provided

All guide gear — helmet, PFD, wetsuit, drysuit when needed — is provided and maintained by us. You show up ready; we've got you covered.

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A Real Team

Liquid Descent is built on people who genuinely love what they do. You'll join a crew that supports each other on and off the water.

Current Openings

We hire seasonally for spring through fall operations. Both locations are currently accepting applications for the upcoming season.

GUIDE TRAINING

Train to be a professional whitewater rafting guide! Our guide training program is rigorous, thorough and fun! The training begins in mid May and takes three weeks. We teach you the technical skills, strokes and maneuvers necessary to become a proficient whitewater rafting guide.

More Information

EXPERIENCED GUIDE

Are you an experienced guide and would like to join the Liquid Descent team? Click the link and fill out the app. We are always looking for skilled river runners with excitable personalities.

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RETAIL & OPERATIONS

We are looking for outgoing individuals with exceptional customer service skills. Our office staff is the face and voice of Liquid Descent. Experience in retail a plus.

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PHOTOGRAPHER/DRIVER

Hang out in the sun, take pictures of our customers and drive one of our sweet busses! This is an awesome way to spend the summer, and you get paid! Class B CDL with p2 endorsement is necessary for this job. If you don't have your CDL we will help you get it. If you already have your CDL, hurry up and apply!

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How to Apply

Simple Process

Click any position above to fill out a short application — it takes just a few minutes. We'll review it and reach out to schedule a conversation. Questions? Give us a call or shoot us an email.

We review applications year-round and hire for the upcoming season starting in spring. If you're passionate about the river and meet our requirements, we want to hear from you — even if you don't see an exact opening listed above. Don't hesitate to reach out.

Not Applying? Come Ride Instead.

Our guides are out there running Colorado's best rivers right now. Book a trip and see what the job looks like from a raft.

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