EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
Adventure and Ecotourism have become some of the fastest growing
industries on Vancouver Island with strong growth predicted
in the future. Island
Pacific Adventures Ltd. is proudly celebrating 23 years
of providing quality outdoor
education and amazing cave tours at Horne Lake Provincial
and Regional Parks, located
on Central Vancouver Island between Courtenay and Nanaimo.
Our
company maintains three combined operations: a Waterfront
Campground, a Cave
Park and an Outdoor
Education Centre. We are always on the lookout for
inspired individuals to apply their knowledge and skills in a job that is fun and
challenging.
Join an excellent team of guides and naturalists
to help make our Outdoor Education Centre a success! If the
outdoors is your lifestyle and you are willing to make a commitment
toward a career on Vancouver Island, then check this out!
"Read what our past & present employees have to
say" (click here)
ADMINISTRATION &
RESERVATIONS OFFICE
Send
Office resumes to: Amy Gibson info@hornelake.com
1)
Park Office & Campground Registration; full time, Jun to
Sep. $11 - $12.50 / hr.
Deliver office excellence in a park setting.
Reporting to the Operations Director, you will check-in
guests and operate a computer reservation system. Respond to park
front desk inquiries and run a small concession store with canoe / kayak rentals.
You maintain vital communications by cell phone and portable
radios. Provide emergency response if required, make daily bike runs through
the campground and a host of other
"outdoor missions".
PLUS All the swimming, hiking,
camping and outdoor adventures you can handle. Great staff events, super people, and great experience in a spectacular
work environment.
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Applicants must possess valid first aid certificate.
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Previous retail / customer service experience
preferred
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Employees responsible for own food and accommodations
(ie. tent / camper).
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One
hour driving commute from Courtenay or Nanaimo or stay
onsite
SEND OFFICE RESUMES TO:
Amy
Gibson info@hornelake.com
Fax:
1-888-446-8044
PARK
FACILITY
MAINTENANCE & SECURITY
"Read what our past & present employees have to
say" (click here)
2)
Campground
Maintenance and Security - full time, Jun. to Sep. $11
- $13 / hr
Act
as Park Ranger and camping caretaker in a busy waterfront
campground. Working under a Campground Manager, your goal is
to create a safe and clean camping environment that meets or
exceeds government standards and client expectations.
Involving a mix of janitorial, park maintenance, public
relations, enforcing park regulations, first-aid, security
and operating a small camp store. Friendly interactions with
campers and staff on
a daily basis. This demanding position requires
a person or couple who is reliable and mature.
Successful Applicants will possess the following:
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Valid first aid
certificate
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Driver's
licence and own transportation required
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ability
to smile in the face of adversity and handle conflict in
a positive manner.
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Previous
experience in carpentry and small engine repair an asset
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Ability
to troubleshoot and solve problems with little or no
supervision
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Employees responsible for own food and accommodations
(ie. tent / camper).
PLUS All the rockclimbing, cave exploring,
camping and outdoor living you can handle.
Legendary staff events, super people, and great experience in a spectacular
work environment.
SEND RESUMES TO:
LEE WHITE - OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
director@hornelake.com
Fax: (250) 339-0555
HORNE LAKE CAVES PROVINCIAL PARK
Cave Guide / Park Operator - Full time - May to Sept.
$10.25 to
$12.50 / hr.
Lead guided cave tours including school geology programs and
family tours in Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park. Respond to park visitors requests for information
or assistance. Park Operator duties include enforcing the
Park Act and park maintenance duties. Provide first aid and
emergency response. Must pass Cave Guide certification course.
“High Adventure” Cave Guide - Full time
- May to Sept. $13 to $18 / hr.
This position includes all regular cave guide duties but also
offers the opportunity to lead 5 hour vertical caving
expeditions. Must also instruct outdoor climbing and rappelling
clinics for groups and families. Must have documented experience
and training in climbing / rescue. Must obtain Vertical Cave
Guide Certification.
Visitor Centre Staff Full time - July to Sept. $11 to
$13 / hr.
Operate provincial park Visitor Centre and coordinate guided tour scheduling.
Greet and inform park visitors. Equipment
rentals, retail sales, and recording stats. Liaison with BC
Parks, guiding staff, and park volunteers. Minor park maintenance
and Park Act enforcement. Provide first aid and emergency
response.
PLUS All the rockclimbing, cave exploring,
camping and outdoor living you can handle.
Legendary staff events, super people, and great experience in a spectacular
work environment.
HORNE LAKE OUTDOOR CENTRE
Camp Counsellor / Instructor Full time position
- May to Oct. $85 - $125 per day
Conduct School Adventure Camp programs for children aged 8
- 17. Will also lead school groups on various outdoor education
programs ranging from 2 to 3.5 hours per session. Water and
land based activities include rappel training, top rope climbing,
cave exploring, canoeing, orienteering, wilderness navigation
& survival, team games, nature crafts, and campfire stories
and songs. Canoe Instructor or Lifeguard certification definitely
an asset. Additional training provided for Outdoor Center
Instructors
PLUS All the rockclimbing, cave exploring,
camping and outdoor living you can handle.
Legendary staff events, super people, and great experience in a spectacular
work environment.
- All applicants must possess valid first aid certificate.
- Previous guiding or group leadership experience
preferred.
- Must pass BC Parks Cave Guide certification exam
- Additional training required for Outdoor Center
Instructors
- Employees responsible for own food and accommodations
(ie. tent / camper)
- Completion of all training is on a volunteer basis
SEND RESUMES TO:
LEE WHITE - OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
director@hornelake.com
Fax: (250) 339-0555
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