Zion Adventures is an outdoor outfitter and guide service based in Springdale, Utah, just outside Zion National Park. We offer employment opportunities for people interested in outdoor adventure jobs, including guiding, gear outfitting, retail support, and operations.
This page is for individuals exploring Zion adventure jobs, whether you’re looking for a seasonal position, a long-term role, or a way to work outdoors while supporting visitors in Zion National Park. Working at Zion Adventures means being part of a team that helps people safely experience hiking, canyoneering, e-biking, and other adventures in Southern Utah.
Zion Adventures has been operating in Zion for over 25 years. Our team supports guided trips, equipment rentals, and trip planning for visitors from around the world. Positions vary by season and role, but all require professionalism, adaptability, and comfort working in a busy outdoor environment.
We are now hiring for the 2026 season!
This page is for individuals exploring Zion adventure jobs, whether you’re looking for a seasonal position, a long-term role, or a way to work outdoors while supporting visitors in Zion National Park. Working at Zion Adventures means being part of a team that helps people safely experience hiking, canyoneering, e-biking, and other adventures in Southern Utah.
Zion Adventures has been operating in Zion for over 25 years. Our team supports guided trips, equipment rentals, and trip planning for visitors from around the world. Positions vary by season and role, but all require professionalism, adaptability, and comfort working in a busy outdoor environment.
We are now hiring for the 2026 season!
Job Descriptions
Outfitter
Position Description:
The Outfitting Staff of Zion Adventures forms the backbone of our business operations. Outfitters work inside and play outside; they go canyoneering, hike, climb, and bike to understand Zion and all it has to offer. Hundreds of Park visitors stop by each day seeking assistance in making the most of their time here. It is the Outfitter’s responsibility to help them leave Zion Adventures with an empowering sense of direction. Outfitters prepare visitors to hike the Zion Narrows, answer questions about our services, maintain the vast amounts of equipment we send out each day, and perform other crucial tasks that help visitors have memorable experiences. This position will also include at least one of the other roles listed below 1 -2 days a week.
Qualifications:Required:
Dates of Employment 2026:
How to Apply
The Outfitting Staff of Zion Adventures forms the backbone of our business operations. Outfitters work inside and play outside; they go canyoneering, hike, climb, and bike to understand Zion and all it has to offer. Hundreds of Park visitors stop by each day seeking assistance in making the most of their time here. It is the Outfitter’s responsibility to help them leave Zion Adventures with an empowering sense of direction. Outfitters prepare visitors to hike the Zion Narrows, answer questions about our services, maintain the vast amounts of equipment we send out each day, and perform other crucial tasks that help visitors have memorable experiences. This position will also include at least one of the other roles listed below 1 -2 days a week.
- Trailhead Shuttle Driver: Responsible for transporting adventurers to their desired destinations in a friendly and professional manner. The Trailhead Shuttle Driver must also be comfortable operating a 14 passenger Ford E350 Van safely on narrow, winding dirt roads. Zion Adventures is committed to providing exemplary customer service, so drivers need to be able to speak knowledgeably about other services we provide, as well as the Zion area.
- Bike Technician: Someone with a passion for people and uniting them with the Zion area through bikes. A broad field of customers and services requires our staff to be diverse, adaptable, and eager to learn and grow individual knowledge and skill sets. The ideal candidate has a depth of customer service experience coupled with a general technical mechanic background. Our bike technicians are motivated, flexible, critical thinkers with a strong ability to move fluidly between the social aspects of fitting bikes to customers and information sharing, to upkeep and organization of the bike program.
Qualifications:Required:
- 21 years old minimum
- Desire to help people - specifically help them have fun & safe visits to Zion
- Professional and responsible attitude
- Willingness to learn and teach
- Strong spoken and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Sense of humor. Ability to make work fun in positive ways
- Works and stay on-task with minimal supervision
- Applies problem-solving skills
- An enduring commitment to learning, and the ability to do so quickly
- Ability to work well with all types of people, especially children
- Patience
- Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Strong attention to detail
- A high level of social grace
- The ability to form meaningful connections with others quickly
- Familiarity with computer programs such as Word or GoogleDocs. Previous experience with Mac is helpful
- Outstanding work ethic
- Commitment to serving others
- Strong attention to detail
- Enjoys creating order in chaotic environments
- Ability to take initiative
- Answering visitor questions
- Outfitting customers for the Narrows & other adventures
- Answering phones and replying to emails
- Booking guided rips and reservations for equipment/shuttles
- Checking in, cleaning, and repairing gear
- Checking out customers at the cash register
- Helping connect clients with guided trips and other Zion activities
- Offering expertise on local recreation opportunities and logistics
- Building an impressive knowledge base of the roads, hikes, canyons, and hidden secrets of Zion National Park and the surrounding area on personal time
- Informing customers about retail products in the store
- Managing product inventory on our retail floor
- Facilitating meaningful, helpful, intelligent, and pleasant conversations with customers
- Attending staff meetings outside the work day (approx. 1 per month)
Dates of Employment 2026:
- March 1st - October 31st
- Schedule is determined by shop demand as well as other positions you might work, such as a shuttle driver. As a result, you may work 4 days during some weeks, but will most often work 5 days. Our aim is to create a regular work schedule for you where you have the same 2 consecutive days off.
- There is year-round outfitting available for several staff members. Some stay to outfit part-time or work on seasonal projects.
How to Apply
- Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
- Interviews will be held on a rolling basis starting Jan 1st, 2026.
- Hiring process will end Feb 15, 2026.
Bike Tech
The staff of Zion Adventures forms the backbone of our business operations. They work inside and play outside; they go canyoneering, hike, climb, and bike to understand Zion and all it has to offer. Hundreds of Park visitors stop by each day seeking assistance in making the most of their time here. Zion Adventures is a small business where staff members often take on multiple roles within the company. This position will also include at least one of the other roles listed below 2-3 days a week.
Position Description:
Let's admit it, bikes are fun!...when they work properly. You will be maintaining our rental fleet of Specialized and Fuji bikes: Active pedal bikes, Comfort e-bikes, Full suspension Mountain Bikes/e-bikes, tag-a-longs, and trailers.
Starting Wage: $17/hour
Qualifications:
Required:
- Outfitting - Outfitters prepare visitors to hike the Zion Narrows, answer questions about our services, maintain the vast amounts of equipment we send out each day, and perform other crucial tasks that help visitors have memorable experiences.
- Trailhead Shuttle Driver - Responsible for transporting adventurers to their desired destinations in a friendly and professional manner. The Trailhead Shuttle Driver must also be comfortable operating a 14 passenger Ford E350 Van safely on narrow, winding dirt roads. Zion Adventures is committed to providing exemplary customer service, so drivers need to be able to speak knowledgeably about other services we provide, as well as the Zion area.
- Property Maintenance - General maintenance, seasonal landscaping, and repairs of several company owned properties.
Position Description:
Let's admit it, bikes are fun!...when they work properly. You will be maintaining our rental fleet of Specialized and Fuji bikes: Active pedal bikes, Comfort e-bikes, Full suspension Mountain Bikes/e-bikes, tag-a-longs, and trailers.
Starting Wage: $17/hour
Qualifications:
Required:
- At least 1 year experience working on bikes
- Experience with various bike maintenance procedures
- Works and stay on-task with minimal to no supervision
- 18 years old minimum
- Strong attention to detail and being methodical
- Desire to help people - specifically help them have fun & safe visits to Zion
- Professional and responsible attitude
- Willingness to learn and teach
- Strong spoken and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Sense of humor. Ability to make work fun in positive ways
- Applies problem-solving skills
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Customer service experience
- Works well in various outdoor conditions
- Able to lift 50 lbs
- Self-motivated learner
- Ability to work well in a high pace, multi-tasked oriented environment
- Able to give and receive feedback
- Interested in working with diverse groups of people
- Computer/electronics competency
- Experience with bike maintenance and basic repairs
- Familiarity with computer programs such as Word or GoogleDocs. Previous experience with Mac is helpful
- Outstanding work ethic
- Commitment to serving others
- Enjoys creating order in chaotic environments
- Ability to take initiative
- Acknowledging guests quickly and with a professional standard of customer service
- Assist customers with our various bike rentals and navigation of the area
- Adjust a bike to fit each customers preferences
- Work a cash register and take reservations for guided trips and rentals
- Have professional communication via email, phone, and in-person
- Do safety check-ins on a rental bike after every ride
- Follow safety procedures in regards to tools and equipment
- Properly diagnose and repair bikes from our rental fleet
- Execute routine maintenance procedures on a rental bike fleet
- March 1st - November 29th 2026
- Schedule is determined by shop demand as well as other positions you might work.
- Our aim is to create a regular work schedule for you where you have the same 2 consecutive days off.
- There is year-round work available for several staff members. Some stay part-time or work on seasonal projects.
- Industry discounts with many outdoor brands
- Insider bike discounts with Specialized
- Employee discounts within our store
- Access to all Zion Adventure rentals and trips
- Live and recreate in spectacular Southern Utah!
- Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
- Interviews will be held on a rolling basis starting Jan 1, 2026.
- Hiring process will end Feb 15th, 2026.
Property Maintenance
The staff of Zion Adventures forms the backbone of our business operations. They work inside and play outside; they go canyoneering, hike, climb, and bike to understand Zion and all it has to offer. Our shop building as well as staff houses need regular upkeep inside and out. The property maintenance role includes general maintenance, seasonal landscaping, and repairs of several company owned properties. It isn't the most glamorous work but we wouldn't be able to function without it. Zion Adventures is a small business where staff members often take on multiple roles within the company. This position will also include at least one of the other roles listed below 2-3 days a week.
Position Description:
General maintenance and repairs of several company owned properties.
Starting Wage: $ 18/hr
Qualifications:Required:
- Outfitter - Outfitters prepare visitors to hike the Zion Narrows, answer questions about our services, maintain the vast amounts of equipment we send out each day, and perform other crucial tasks that help visitors have memorable experiences.
- Trailhead Shuttle Driver: Responsible for transporting adventurers to their desired destinations in a friendly and professional manner. The Trailhead Shuttle Driver must also be comfortable operating a 14 passenger Ford E350 Van safely on narrow, winding dirt roads. Zion Adventures is committed to providing exemplary customer service, so drivers need to be able to speak knowledgeably about other services we provide, as well as the Zion area.
- Bike Technician: Someone with a passion for people and uniting them with the Zion area through bikes. A broad field of customers and services requires our staff to be diverse, adaptable, and eager to learn and grow individual knowledge and skill sets. The ideal candidate has a depth of customer service experience coupled with a general technical mechanic background. Our bike technicians are motivated, flexible, critical thinkers with a strong ability to move fluidly between the social aspects of fitting bikes to customers and information sharing, to upkeep and organization of the bike program.
Position Description:
General maintenance and repairs of several company owned properties.
Starting Wage: $ 18/hr
Qualifications:Required:
- Minimum of 23 years of age
- Clean driving record
- General familiarity of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or other general construction trades
- Ability to work in a team oriented environment as well as on solo, un-supervised projects
- Safety oriented
- Strong verbal communicator, with demonstrated ability to plan, analyze, and problem solve
- Interest in learning new skills, and teaching skills to others
- Ability to see the big picture of a project and use this scope to guide smaller everyday decisions.
- Ability to interact with customers, and the public responsibly, respectfully, and professionally
- Perform repair and maintenance tasks as needed
- Maintain seasonal landscaping tasks
- Sprinkler system maintenance
- Trees, bushes, gutters, etc
- Mowing, weeding and trimming
- General painting
- Excavation work
- Hydraulic & manual
Shuttle Driver
The Staff of Zion Adventures forms the backbone of our business operations. Trailhead Shuttle Drivers are responsible for transporting adventurers to their desired destinations in a friendly and professional manner. The Trailhead Shuttle Driver must also be comfortable operating a 14 passenger Ford E350 Van safely on narrow, winding dirt roads. Zion Adventures is committed to providing exemplary customer service, so drivers need to be able to speak knowledgeably about other services we provide, as well as the Zion area. Zion Adventures is a small business where staff members often take on multiple roles within the company. This position will also include at least one of the other roles listed below 2-3 days a week.
Starting Wage: $18/hour
Qualifications:Required:
Dates of Employment 2026:
How to Apply
- Outfitting - Outfitters prepare visitors to hike the Zion Narrows, answer questions about our services, maintain the vast amounts of equipment we send out each day, and perform other crucial tasks that help visitors have memorable experiences.
- Bike Technician: Someone with a passion for people and uniting them with the Zion area through bikes. A broad field of customers and services requires our staff to be diverse, adaptable, and eager to learn and grow individual knowledge and skill sets. The ideal candidate has a depth of customer service experience coupled with a general technical mechanic background. Our bike technicians are motivated, flexible, critical thinkers with a strong ability to move fluidly between the social aspects of fitting bikes to customers and information sharing, to upkeep and organization of the bike program.
- Property Maintenance - General maintenance, seasonal landscaping, and repairs of several company owned properties.
Starting Wage: $18/hour
Qualifications:Required:
- 21 years old minimum
- Desire to help people - specifically help them have fun & safe visits to Zion
- Professional and responsible attitude
- Willingness to learn and teach
- Strong spoken and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Sense of humor. Ability to make work fun in positive ways
- Works and stay on-task with minimal supervision
- Applies problem-solving skills
- An enduring commitment to learning, and the ability to do so quickly
- Ability to work well with all types of people, especially children
- Patience
- Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Strong attention to detail
- A high level of social grace
- The ability to form meaningful connections with others quickly
- Familiarity with computer programs such as Word or GoogleDocs. Previous experience with Mac is helpful
- Outstanding work ethic
- Commitment to serving others
- Strong attention to detail
- Enjoys creating order in chaotic environments
- Ability to take initiative
- Independently check in shuttle clients and load gear on top of the van
- Drive up to 2 shuttle drop offs per day, each averaging 2-3.5 hours round trip
- Drive a 15 passenger van on winding, gravel roads to backcountry trailheads
- Checking out customers at the cash register
- Offering expertise on local recreation opportunities and logistics
- Building an impressive knowledge base of the roads, hikes, canyons, and hidden secrets of Zion National Park and the surrounding area on personal time
- Facilitating meaningful, helpful, intelligent, and pleasant conversations with customers
- Attending staff meetings outside the work day (approx. 1 per month)
Dates of Employment 2026:
- March 1st - October 31st
- Schedule is determined by demand. As a result, you may work 4 days during some weeks, but 5 days other weeks. Our aim is to create a regular work schedule for you where you have the same 2 consecutive days off.
How to Apply
- Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
- Interviews will be held on a rolling basis starting Jan 1st, 2026.
- Hiring process will end Feb 15, 2026.
Applying is simple—Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis starting Jan 1st, 2026.
Hiring process will end Feb 15, 2026. Positions begin March 1st, 2026.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis starting Jan 1st, 2026.
Hiring process will end Feb 15, 2026. Positions begin March 1st, 2026.
Additional Information:
What's it like to work at Zion Adventures?
Prospective staff often ask us: “What's it like to work at Zion Adventures™?”
Year after year, high performing staff have many of the same things in common. They are happy, improving & growing in helpful ways, like working hard, showing care for those around them, and feeling connected to people, and with the Zion Adventures™ mission. Life here is an adventure as we explore the world outside and seek greater understanding of the human experience.
Our staff come to Zion from all over the country. For many of us, our co-workers are an essential part of our community. We support each other, and we want to be supported. Getting to know each other is part of the adventure. Our lives overlap. We laugh with each other if the lid falls off the salt-shaker. We feel your pain when you run out of coffee. Often our coffee runs are expedited by the fact that we have each others' drinks memorized.
Springdale is a small town. Some staff easily make connections with people outside the staff. Others find their best friends within our staff. There is no requirement from Zion Adventure Company nor its management that you spend your personal time with your co-workers. As you look for recreation outing partners, some may naturally come from the staff, and others from the townspeople.
Some staff members have mentioned we are like a family. This is true to a degree. We care about you, want you to be happy, and to succeed. At the same time, we want to cautiously encourage you to think of the term “family” in helpful ways. Co-workers can help you, but won’t do everything for you and can't manage your life for you. We need you to do your job well and consistently. No amount of being close to co-workers alleviates this need to perform. We expect staff to be responsible and accountable. You need to take responsibility for your success and happiness. Help is almost always available and we encourage you to ask for help when you need it. Just a few of the ways we have helped each other are ride to the airport, technical assistance changing flat tires, and support meeting self-improvement goals at work.
The Zion Adventures™ staff is an incredible team of connected individuals. Each of us wants to work with great people. Our hiring team does its best to find you and hire you. We pursue a high quality of life for ourselves, our guests and want the same for you. Staff members want each other to be great, and to pursue excellence in all they do. They also laugh a lot at the the funny and ironic moments we share.
Sincerely,
ZAC Hiring Team
Year after year, high performing staff have many of the same things in common. They are happy, improving & growing in helpful ways, like working hard, showing care for those around them, and feeling connected to people, and with the Zion Adventures™ mission. Life here is an adventure as we explore the world outside and seek greater understanding of the human experience.
Our staff come to Zion from all over the country. For many of us, our co-workers are an essential part of our community. We support each other, and we want to be supported. Getting to know each other is part of the adventure. Our lives overlap. We laugh with each other if the lid falls off the salt-shaker. We feel your pain when you run out of coffee. Often our coffee runs are expedited by the fact that we have each others' drinks memorized.
Springdale is a small town. Some staff easily make connections with people outside the staff. Others find their best friends within our staff. There is no requirement from Zion Adventure Company nor its management that you spend your personal time with your co-workers. As you look for recreation outing partners, some may naturally come from the staff, and others from the townspeople.
Some staff members have mentioned we are like a family. This is true to a degree. We care about you, want you to be happy, and to succeed. At the same time, we want to cautiously encourage you to think of the term “family” in helpful ways. Co-workers can help you, but won’t do everything for you and can't manage your life for you. We need you to do your job well and consistently. No amount of being close to co-workers alleviates this need to perform. We expect staff to be responsible and accountable. You need to take responsibility for your success and happiness. Help is almost always available and we encourage you to ask for help when you need it. Just a few of the ways we have helped each other are ride to the airport, technical assistance changing flat tires, and support meeting self-improvement goals at work.
The Zion Adventures™ staff is an incredible team of connected individuals. Each of us wants to work with great people. Our hiring team does its best to find you and hire you. We pursue a high quality of life for ourselves, our guests and want the same for you. Staff members want each other to be great, and to pursue excellence in all they do. They also laugh a lot at the the funny and ironic moments we share.
Sincerely,
ZAC Hiring Team
Available Positions
- Adventure Guides: Lead or support guided outdoor experiences in and around Zion National Park. Roles vary by activity and season.
- Retail & Outfitting Staff: Assist guests with gear rentals, trip preparation, and general outfitting needs. This is a guest-facing, fast-paced role.
- Bike Technician: Maintain, assemble, and repair bikes from the rental fleet. Prior bike maintenance or mechanical experience is required.
- Trailhead Shuttle Driver: Transport guests safely to and from trailheads. Drivers must be comfortable operating passenger vans and working with the public.
- Property Maintenance: Support facility upkeep, including general maintenance, repairs, and grounds work across Zion Adventures properties.
What We Look For
At Zion Adventures, we seek team members who are customer-focused, adaptable, and eager to support visitors exploring Zion National Park.
Successful candidates share the following qualities:
Specific roles may require additional experience or skills:
Overall, we look for reliable, motivated individuals who can adapt to busy outdoor environments, support visitors with helpful expertise, and contribute positively to our team culture.
Successful candidates share the following qualities:
- Genuine passion for helping people--team members should want to provide safe, enjoyable, and informative experiences for guests.
- Clear communication skills--strong spoken and written communication with both guests and team colleagues.
- Team collaboration and initiative—the ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple responsibilities, and take initiative on tasks.
- Professional attitude and reliability—responsible, respectful, and able to manage tasks with minimal supervision.
- Attention to detail and social grace—conscientious work habits and the ability to connect quickly and positively with diverse groups of people.
- Willingness to learn and grow—a commitment to learning new skills and sharing knowledge with guests and co-workers.
Specific roles may require additional experience or skills:
- Bike Technicians should have hands-on experience with bike assembly and maintenance.
- Shuttle Drivers must be comfortable operating passenger vans and possess knowledge of local roads and outdoor destinations.
- Maintenance staff should be familiar with general property care, landscaping, and basic trade skills.
Overall, we look for reliable, motivated individuals who can adapt to busy outdoor environments, support visitors with helpful expertise, and contribute positively to our team culture.
How To apply
- Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
- Interviews will be held on a rolling basis starting Jan 1st, 2026.
- Hiring process will end Feb 15, 2026.
