Rock Climbing Jobs

Climbing Jobs with Mojave Guides

We are always interested in talking to good people who want to join our team. We value loyalty to our company, dependability, commitment to our full season, and a strong work ethic, above most else. Good communication skills and proactive problem solving will also score you points. We’re looking for AMGA certified instructors with a desire to continually improve themselves. The best candidates are fun to hang out with, are enthusiastic educators, and accept feedback readily. Unfortunately, the guiding world is heavily male dominate. Candidates who identify as female or non-binary are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not hold AMGA certification, but share our values and possess our desired attributes, are encouraged to apply for our internship program.

Mojave Guides is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we consider all qualified applicants for employment.

We are fully staffed for the 2023/24 season but still accepting applications for the following positions (click to expand):

  • We’re looking for new and experienced guides to join our crew! Familiarity with Joshua Tree is helpful but not required. We will choose the best applicants, assess them upon arrival, and provide them with the training they need to work at our standards.

    Benefits:

    1. All of our Guides are hired as employees (not independent contractors).

    2. Mojave Guides is an AMGA accredited business. All of your co-workers will have AMGA certification and training, and you will receive a 10% Accreditation discount and priority enrollment on AMGA programs. Those seeking further certification and training can request mentorship and financial support in exchange for a future employment contract

    3. Competitive flat-rate pay for all guides

    4. Seniority based work assignment provides opportunity for advancement. You can expect to receive more days of work and have more flexibility in your schedule each season that you return.

    5. A new hire who provides full availability can expect to work ~10 “guide days” in our slower months (Oct, Jan, Feb), and ~20 in our busy months (Nov, Dec, Mar, Apr).

      • A “guide day” is one full-day or half-day program. Morning and afternoon half-day programs in the same day = 2 guide days.

    Requirements:

    1. AMGA SPI Certification or higher

    2. Wilderness Medical Certification or higher

    3. Professionalism. Mojave Guides is a team of dedicated industry professionals. We hold high expectations of ourselves and of each other. We are constantly working to improve ourselves and our product, we show up on time and go the extra mile to ensure our guests’ satisfaction, and we maintain positive relations in our community and with land managers.

    To apply:

    Submit an online application. The application process requires a resume with your previous guiding experience or other relevant experience, as well as a climbing resume and AMGA program evaluation. We accept and review climbing job applications year round. The majority of our hiring takes place May-September, for the following season.

  • Our internship program is for those who are looking for industry experience, mentorship, and to build their knowledge and skillset in guiding. We do not require that you have AMGA certification, but require that you are committed to pursuing certification. Mojave Guides can provide financial assistance and mentorship to help you through the SPI course and exam.

    Benefits:

    1. Financial assistance for AMGA certification

    2. One-on-one mentorship and training

    3. Opportunity for a Guide position on our team after satisfactory completion of one full season internship and receiving your SPI certification

    4. A flat rate living stipend

    Requirements:

    1. Successful applicants must posses all of the attributes listed above

    2. Commitment to work a full season in Joshua Tree (Oct. 1st - Apr. 30th)

    To apply:

    Submit an online application. The application process requires a resume with your previous guiding experience or other relevant experience, as well as a climbing resume. We accept and review applications year round. The majority of our hiring takes place May-September, for the following season.

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