Employment Opportunities

BEFORE YOU APPLY

Wilderness Tours prides itself on having the highest of standards, especially for our staff. We believe our staff should be individuals who are :

Clean and neat in appearance
Ambitious
Responsible
Dynamic
Loyal
Honest
Friendly

We are HEALTHY, NON-SMOKING, NON-PIERCING, NO VISIBLE TATOO’S company who respects ourselves and our environment. If you share our commitment, please apply.

Box 89
Beachburg ON, K0J 1C0
Tel: 613-646-2241
Fax: 613-646-2996

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

First Name:	Last Name:
Phone (H):	Phone (W):
Address:	City:
Postal code:	Province:
Age:	Birth date:
Disabilities (if any):
E-mail:	S.I.N. #:

For guide positions:
Height:
Weight:

Date available for work: (yyyy/mm/dd)
From:	To:

Work Preference:
Indoors	Outdoors

Hourly rate expected (CAN$):
Do you smoke?	Yes No
Are you bilingual in french/english?
Do you speak any other languages? (list)
Do you have own transportation?	Yes No
Valid Drivers license?	Yes No
Bus Drivers license?	Yes No
Other Drivers License?
Current First Aid Certification?	Yes No
CPR Certification?	Yes No
Current Lifeguarding Certification?	Yes No
Other Certification?

Your skills for sports
Kayaking:	Yes No
Willing to learn	Specify
Windsurfing	Yes No
Willing to learn	Specify
Sailing	Yes No
Willing to learn	Specify
Canoeing (Whitewater)	Yes No
Willing to learn	Specify
Mountain Biking (Cr-Country)	Yes No
Willing to learn	Specify
Horseback Riding	Yes No
Willing to learn	Specify

Experience / Ability
Theater	Yes No
Specify
Music	Yes No
Specify
Acting	Yes No
Specify

Team Member
Sports (list) e.g. school/community	Yes No
Specify
Community involvement	Yes No
Specify
Other (list) e.g. scouting movement	Yes No
Specify
What special skills/talents/abilities have you acquired at school? Home? Other?
Have you any work experience waiting on tables or bartending?
What hobbies and/or leisure activities do you have?

Do you have expertise in...?
Landscaping	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Forestry	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Carpentry	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Plumbing	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Mechanics	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Boat Motors	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Photography/Videos	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Computers	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Accounting	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Management	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
Other	Yes No
if Yes, Specify
What kind of challenges do you like?
What are some of your personal long-term goals?
Do you have any career plans? (If yes, explain)
How many summers would you be available to work with our company?

Education
Name of School:	Highest Grade Completed:
Grade Average:	Course of Study:
What were your favorite subjects? Why?
Diploma or Certificates:

Employment History
Employer and address:	Employer and address:
From: To:	From: To:
Position:	Position:
Salary CAN$/week:	Salary CAN$/week:
Supervisor:	Supervisor:
May we contact? Yes No	May we contact? Yes No
Phone:	Phone:
Reason for leaving:	Reason for leaving:

References

Reference 1 Name:

Reference 1 Address:

Reference 1 Phone #:

Reference 2 Name:

Reference 2 Address:

Reference 2 Phone #:

Reference 3 Name:

Reference 3 Address:

Reference 3 Phone #:

Employment Opportunities - 2009 will be our 35th anniversary. We are over mid...

2009 will be our 35th anniversary. We are over mid-way in our 60 Year Plan. You can be part of that exciting future either full time or summer seasonal. Join our team!

Position	Description	Requirements
ACCOUNTANT - Summer only	Spend the summer working on the Ottawa River in WT's accounting department.	Must be at least a 2nd year accounting student.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Year Round Position	This position is basically an executive secretarial position to serve WT’s senior management staff.	Excellent administrative skills combined with commesurate computer skills.
Assistant Director of the Whitewater Kayak School	Assist director in administrating and coordinating the kayak school program operations Course lead beginner to advanced white water courses Lead the youth development program	Swift water rescue training First aid Coaching certification Strong leadership and communication skills Over 4 years beginner Advanced white water instruction experience International kayak experience Substantial competitive experience and performance
Dining Room Busers	To ensure cleanliness and organization of Rafters Dining Room. To ensure the safety and well-being of our guests. To maintain a clean environment in Rafters. To ensure bussing stations are kept neat and tidy. To take full garbage bags to dumpsters. To take dirty dishes to kitchen and glasses to the bar. To check tickets as required. Relate any problems to Dining Room Manager or Food & Beverage Manager.	To be personable, able to take charge and able to access a situation & deal with it. To have a good working knowledge of all WT programs and activities in order that guest inquiries may be responded to accurately. Must have excellent communication skills, accurate record keeping and be self motivated.
Dining Room Supervisor	Responsible for floor supervision during operating hours. To assist in the implementation of Bar controls and Staff training. To Cash-Out servers, run reports on machines and responsible for cash outs. To work closely with servers, maintain excellent services & ensuring our guests are treated well. To ensure the dining room & washrooms are clean at all times & to ensure the maintenance schedule is followed. Relate any problems to the Food & Beverage Manager	Previous Experience Required To be personable, able to take charge and able to access a situation & deal with it. To have a good working knowledge of all WT programs and activities in order that guest inquiries may be responded to accurately. Must have excellent communication skills, accurate record keeping and be self motivated. Must have a good working relationship with all departments
FIRST AID SPECIALIST (YEAR ROUND POSITION)	WT requires a First Aid Specialist: Teach First Aid & CPR certification programs * Operate WT's summer First Aid Program * Teach Wilderness First Responder Course * Operate Mount Pakenhams Ski Patrol Program	Qualified to teach Wilderness First Reponder * Member of Canadian Ski Patrol * Posess valid Drivers Licence
Kayak Instructor	Reponsible for kayak instruction to clients.	Exceptional kayaking skills and experience Strong and effective communication skills a must Must be enthusiastic, energetic and personable
Kayak School Course Leader	Be the lead kayak instructor on courses Plan and lead trips Conduct beginner to advanced guests Provide professional instructor training to other instructors	Swift water rescue training First aid Demonstrated strong technical kayak skills Several years of white water kayak instruction experience Enthusiastic, personable and strong communication skills
Keener Program Assistant Coordinator	Assist with Keener program logistics and coordination Take responsibility and ensure students safety Provide advanced kayak instruction Supervise other instructors and staff Provide daily schedules and reports	First aid/CPR Swift water rescue training Strong character and leadership example Kayak coaching experience essential Must have advanced kayak instruction experience
Kitchen Staff	To cook & perform all kitchen duties as required. Maintain quality & consistency of product which is being cooked, according to specifications. Set up and break down of Pit. Cleanliness of entire Pit area. To assist in the preparation of food.To ensure all dishes are properly cleaned. Washing all dishes, pots and large items. Keep garbage emptied and disinfect garbage cans. Responsible for cleanliness of work area. Keep floors swept and mopped as necessary. To clean staff washroom daily To assist in production of top quality product for our guests while maintaining an efficient & clean work area.	Previous experience an asset, but not required. Must be able to take direction and work independently when required.
Lead Kayak Instructor	Provide safe, professional white water kayak instruction to clients from North America and Europe promotion of kayaking programs Instruct and lead beginner to advanced kayak trips Assist to teach instructor improvement programs	First aid Swift water rescue training Demonstrated strong technical kayak skills Well rounded and complete kayak experience Enthusiastic, professional and personable International experience Must have several years of kayak instruction experience
Maintenance Worker	To provide guests with clean and functional facilities. To ensure their stay is a pleasant one. To ensure that all toiletries and supplies are stacked and of sufficient quantity. To collect and sort beer bottles and can for return and refund. To maintain a sufficient supply of firewood and remove ashes when necessary. Work in association with Outdoor Centre Maintenance Supervisor. To perform other duties as required	Must be able to work independently and take direction. Must be able to follow direction in a mature and responsible manor.
Office Staff	To call delinquent reservations for deposits and balances due. To ensure that Wilderness Tours reservations are booked to effective capacity while maintaining a balanced seasonal operation To demonstrate courteous and professional mannerisms towards callers and guests at all times. To sell, promote, market, and book guests for WT packages and programs in person or over the phone. To communicate effectively and knowledgeably to guests when taking reservations and recording information in detail. To ensure that all information regarding reservations and payments are inputted into computer accurately. To becoem fluent in the ROAM reservation system and keep up to date on all programs and policies To ensure all deposits and payments are accurate and that all invoices and statements are mailed daily.	Must have excellent communication skills, typing skills, accurate record keeping and be self motivated. General office duties as required including;knowledgeable understanding of WT packages, programs and policies; booking and inputting of reservations, payments, information and waivers; upkeep and cleanliness of the office and upstairs working area.
Raft Guide	To guide guests down the river ensuring a safe, exciting, high quality raft trip. To ensure pre and post trip duties are completed as per Supervisor. To entertain the guests in a courteous manner. To be punctual, in uniform, and act in a professional manner at all times. Other duties as required.	Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Must have strong swimming ability. Must be friendly and outgoing and strong communication skills.
Security Staff	To ensure the safety and well being of our guests. To protect guests, staff and property of Wilderness Tours. To ensure compliance to all regulations & policies by all persons on WT property. To assist, when necessary, Rafters Doormen in the execution of their duties. To maintain a level of cleanliness as is expected by WT contingent upon circumstances. To provide guests with whatever assistance is necessary. Evening & night work in all types of weather conditions. Constant contact with our guests during your shift.	To have a good working knowledge of all WT programs and activities in order that guest inquiries may be responded to accurately. Must have excellent communication skills and be self motivated.
Ski Lift Mechanic	Wilderness Tours is in the ski business 6 months/year.	TSSA qualified lift mechanic.

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BEFORE YOU APPLY

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

For guide positions:

Date available for work: (yyyy/mm/dd)

Work Preference:

Your skills for sports

Experience / Ability

Team Member

Do you have expertise in...?

Education

Employment History

References