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Which trip is best?
Look at the trip descriptions and decide which is right for you.

Bringing a Group?
Check out the updated group planner page.

Buy Your Own!
Great end of the season deals on new and used canoes and kayaks.

Are you looking for a fun laid back atmosphere?

Are you willing to work hard and play hard?

Do you enjoy being outside, especially on the water?

Then we have the job for you!

Click here for a Job Application

Now Hiring:

• Must be available to work through Labor Day.
• Must be available to work all holiday weekends, and most weekends through the season.
• Participate in staff training.
• Participate in periodic gatherings, meetings, and outings.

Basic Position Requirements

• Friendly, enthusiastic, good with people and work well with others.

• Reliable transportation to and from work.

• General knowledge of, or willingness to learn about the Hocking Hills area, the Hocking River, paddlesports and outdoor recreation.

Basic Position Description

• Maintain the facilities and grounds, including but not limited to cleaning, trash pick up and general upkeep.

• Assist in washing equipment, including canoes, kayaks, PFDs, paddles, etc.. after each use.

• Assist in cleaning and maintaining restrooms and cabins.

Driver

Position Requirements

• Good driving record.

• 21 or older.

• Knowledge of basic vehicle repair and maintenance.

• Able to lift and carry canoes and other heavy objects.

• Commercial Driver's License a plus, but not required.

Position Description

• Drive truck, vans and bus.

• Lift, load and haul canoes, kayaks and rafts.

• Brief customers for trip.

• Launch customers on trip.

• Maintain clean, safe launch areas.

• Maintain clean, safe vehicle.

• Perform basic repairs and maintenance on vehicle.

• Update vehicle and trailer logs.

• Maintain radio contact with other staff.

• Assist at landing.

• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Knowledge of history, nature and ecology of the area.

• Able to organize large groups of people.

• Clear articulate speaking voice.

• Basic river and paddling knowledge.

Position Description

• Assist guests in preparing for river trip.

• Brief customers for trip.

• Provide basic paddling instruction.

• Provide historical, natural and visitor information.

• Greet customers upon arrival and departure.

• Basic upkeep and maintenance of guest reception area.

• Monitor and troubleshoot parking situation.

• Maintain radio contact with other staff

• Assist in loading and unloading boats.

• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Calm, cool and collected.

• Organized.

• Cash register experience helpful, but not necessary.

• Comfortable talking to people in person and on the phone.

• Honest and responsible

• Computer skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and design software.

Position Description

• Oversees all communications, including phone, email, in person and radio contact with drivers.

• Organizes shuttles and boat staging.

• Handles and is accountable for money, including running the register, taking deposits, cash reports and bank deposits.

• Maintains shop merchandise, including organization, inventory and pricing.

• Prepares customers for trip including finding the right trip, gear and information.

• Maintains customer database.

• Other duties as assigned.

Landing

Position Requirements

• Knowledge of basic vehicle repair and maintenance.

• Able to lift and carry canoes and other heavy objects.

• Ability to operate basic maintenance, landscaping and cleaning equipment.

Position Description

• Lift, load and haul canoes, kayaks and rafts.

• Help customers from boats at landing.

• Wash equipment, including canoes, kayaks, PFDs, paddles, etc.. after each use.

• Basic upkeep and maintenance of landing, building, campground and cabins.

• Maintain clean safe landing.

• Perform basic repairs and maintenance on vehicle.

• Update vehicle and trailer logs.

• Maintain radio contact with other staff.

• Other duties as assigned.

• End of season staff trip.
• Free canoe or kayak trips.
• Staff activities, outings and cookouts.
• Periodic bonuses.
• A relaxed, friendly outdoor work environment.

The position descriptions give a general idea of what to expect. A more complete job description will be given upon request with your application. Special consideration will be given to people who are qualified for more than one position. Contact Aaron or Valerie to apply today. 740-385-0523 or hhcanoe@hocking.net

Hocking Hills Canoe Livery
Canoe, Kayak and Raft Rentals
Located in Historic Rempel's Grove beside the Olde Dutch Restaurant.
Turn in at the Arby's driveway 

12789 St. Rt. 664 South
Logan, Ohio 43138
Toll Free: 1-800-634-6820
Local: (740)-385-0523
Email: hhcanoe@hocking.net