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Work at Echo Canyon

A rafting company by trade and Memory Makers at heart, we believe in sharing the best of Colorado with everyone we meet.

Not your average summer job.

Powering epic adventures

Echo Canyon River Expeditions calls Cañon City and the Royal Gorge Region home—with over 250 days of bluebird skies each year. Sharing colorful Colorado with our visitors is a team effort—so we’re hiring for a range of positions at Echo Canyon, 8 Mile Bar & Grill and Royal Gorge Cabins.

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Work hard, play harder

This is rafting, after all. We're serious about safety—but not much else. Having fun is kind of mandatory here.

Embrace adventure

No two days at Echo Canyon are alike, and that's part of the joy. We think on our feet and lend a helping hand.

Make someone's day

Whatever it takes. We're in the business of creating unforgettable memories—so consider yourself Chief Experience Officer.

Join the team

We’re in the business of making memories. If sharing your love of Colorado for a living sounds too good to be true—you may have just found your dream job.

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Join Our Team: Housekeepers Needed at Royal Gorge Cabins!
Located near Cañon City, Colorado

Early-May through October

Do you have a keen eye for detail and take pride in keeping spaces clean and inviting? We are seeking part-time and full-time Housekeepers to help maintain our stunning rental cabins from early-May through October. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in creating exceptional guest experiences while working in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Incentives:

  • Competitive Pay starting at $16-$17/hour
  • Employer-Matched Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discounts
  • Free Rafting Experience & discounted rates for other exciting activities like ziplining and access to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park

Key Responsibilities:

  • Remove trash, dust, and vacuum
  • Sweep and wash hard floor surfaces
  • Replenish guest supplies and make beds
  • Clean mirrors, windows, patios, and grills
  • Deep clean lodging units and changing rooms as scheduled
  • Stock and inventory necessary supplies
  • Report maintenance issues
  • Maintain friendly and professional guest interactions

 

Job Requirements:

  • Friendly, professional, and courteous attitude with guests and staff
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to safety
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Ability to work independently or in a team

 

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods, including on uneven surfaces
  • Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, and squat repeatedly
  • Extensive use of hands for cleaning duties
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds daily
  • Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions

 

Ready to join a fantastic team in a beautiful location? Apply now and help us keep our cabins sparkling for our guests this season!

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Work & Play in the Mountains at 8 Mile Bar & Grill!

Starting Weekends in May – Labor Day
Looking for a job that combines great work with outdoor fun? Join our team at 8 Mile Bar & Grill, nestled in the heart of the mountains, where you can enjoy the perfect work-life balance and experience all the best of the Colorado outdoors.

What We Offer:

  • Pay Range $12.14 (tipped hourly rate) to $18 per hour
  • Free Rafting Trips – Explore the river during your time off!
  • Shift Meals & Family Meals – Fuel up on delicious food.
  • Discounts on Local Attractions & Merchandise – Make the most of your downtime.
  • Summer Camp-Like Atmosphere – Work in a relaxed, friendly, and fun environment.
  • Commitment to Work-Life Balance – We believe in balancing hard work with relaxation and adventure.

 

Job Requirements:

  • Previous Restaurant Experience Not Required – We’ll train you!
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills – You love making people feel welcome.
  • Strong Communication Skills – Clear communication is key.
  • Team-Focused Attitude – You thrive in a collaborative environment.
  • Strong Time Management Skills – You know how to stay organized and get things done.
  • TIPS Training Preferred (Front of House) – But not required.
  • Food Handler Card Preferred (Back of House) – But not required.
  • Professional Appearance – You represent the team with pride.
  • Goal-Oriented – You’re driven and focused on success.
  • Physical Stamina – Ability to stand, bend, and stretch for extended periods.

 

Back of House Position Responsibilities:

  • Work with commercial cooking equipment and prep stations.
  • Follow standardized recipes and HACCP standards for food safety.
  • Practice safe and efficient food handling.

 

Front of House Position Responsibilities:

  • Greet guests with a warm, friendly attitude.
  • Operate the TOAST point-of-sale system.
  • Deliver food to guests promptly, whether to the table or for take-out.
  • Maintain cleanliness of dining and guest areas.
  • Assist with banquets and events as needed.
  • Follow all policies of 8 Mile/Echo Canyon River Expeditions and Colorado Health Department.

 

If you’re ready to work hard and play harder in the stunning mountains of Colorado, apply now and be a part of our amazing team at 8 Mile Bar & Grill!

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Join Our Team: Keep Moving and Have Fun This Summer!

Looking for a dynamic seasonal job where you can stay active and make the most of your summer? Join us for a 20-35 hours per week position from mid-May through August (with flexibility for students returning to school in mid-August). We’re looking for hardworking and self-motivated individuals to help maintain our beautiful grounds and facilities while enjoying a fun, fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

  • Pay Rate: $15.50 to $16 per hour
  • Rafting Perks: Nearly free raft trips to enjoy on your days off
  • Employee Discounts: Access discounts in our restaurant, retail shop, and other departments
  • Retirement Savings: Option to participate in an employer-matching retirement account
  • Fast-Paced Work Environment: Your days will fly by while staying active and outdoors

 

Job Duties:

  • Grounds and Facility Maintenance:
    • Ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of all facilities
    • Clean and maintain restrooms and changing rooms
    • Empty trash cans and dispose of trash
    • Clean ovens, grills, stoves, and fire pits
    • Power wash and mop floors, walls, and ceilings
  • Vehicle and Parking Area Care:
    • Keep things looking neat and organized
    • Clean vehicles using a vacuum, chemicals, and power washer
    • Maintain parking areas and dumpster spaces
  • Landscape Maintenance:
    • Help keep the grounds beautiful
    • Mow lawns and trim edges using a mower and cordless trimmer
    • Rake and distribute gravel around pathways
    • Water lawns, shrubs, and trees
    • Knowledge of basic plant care is a plus
  • Direct Traffic: Help keep things running smoothly during busy days
  • Clean Up: Remove litter and ensure the overall cleanliness of the property

 

Ideal Candidate:

  • Self-motivated and hardworking
  • Enjoys staying active and working outdoors
  • Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting
  • Reliable and punctual

If you’re looking for a rewarding job that keeps you on your toes while offering perks and the chance to enjoy the great outdoors, this is the job for you! Apply now and join our team for a summer full of adventure and hard work!

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Echo Canyon is now hiring motivated individuals with photography skills or those interested in learning photography skills for a summer seasonal river photographer job. The job begins immediately and extends through the summer season. You’ll be using Echo Canyon digital SLR cameras, and driving Echo vehicles to river locations where you will photograph rafts floating through the rapids. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age, have a good driving record, and should be self-motivated.

Incentives:

  • Starting pay rate of $16 per hour
  • Employer matching retirement plan
  • Employee discounts in all departments
  • Option to raft for free and enjoy other activities through partner vendors at affordable rates (i.e. zipline tour, Royal Gorge Bridge and Park)
  • Opportunity to work for a company dedicated to minimizing our impact on the environment through monetary give-back programs, memberships with Leave No Trace, Care For Colorado and others, recycling programs for guests and staff, and use of non-toxic biodegradable chemicals whenever possible.

 

Photographer Job Requirements:

  • Ability to be consistently display friendly, courteous, and professional interactions with guests and staff
  • Capable of working in a team setting
  • Must be flexible working days, weekends, and holidays
  • Must have reliable transportation to Echo Canyon
  • Must have a valid driver license and clean driving record for driving Echo Canyon vehicles
  • Must be capable of hiking up to 3 miles per day and capable of navigating steep trails to access photography locations

 

Physical Requirements to Perform Job Duties:

  • Ability to stand and walk on paved and unpaved surfaces, single track trails, in a variety of weather conditions
  • Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, and squat, repetitively
  • Extensive use of fingers and hands to perform photography and computer tasks
  • Ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds daily
  • The worker is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions: Adverse conditions may include extreme heat and/or cold, wind, and sometimes inclement weather

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Join Our Team at Echo Canyon River Expeditions & Royal Gorge Cabins!

We’re looking for seasonal Guest Services Team Members to help create unforgettable experiences for our guests this summer! If you’re friendly, enthusiastic, and ready for an exciting, fast-paced role, we want you on our team. This is the perfect opportunity to spend your summer surrounded by nature while providing exceptional service to our guests.

Position Details:

  • Seasonal Position: Start in late April or May through August or September (based on your availability)
  • Responsibilities: Assist with rafting and lodging reservations, check-in guests, and provide retail support

 

What We Offer:

  • Hourly Pay: Starting at $15.50+ per hour based on experience
  • Retirement Plan: Employer contribution to your future
  • Employee Discounts: On lodging, whitewater rafting, restaurant, and retail
  • Free Rafting and discounts on other thrilling activities (ATV tours, ziplining, Royal Gorge Bridge and Park)
  • Dynamic Work Environment: Fast-paced and energetic-no two days are the same!
  • Flexible Shifts: Opportunity to work weekends, holidays, and evenings

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Guest Service: Provide top-notch customer service over the phone and in-person
  • Reservations: Assist guests with rafting and lodging reservations
  • Retail: Handle guest transactions and offer helpful recommendations
  • Punctuality & Reliability: Be on time and dependable, ensuring our operations run smoothly

 

Job Requirements:

  • Excellent Communication Skills: You’re a clear and friendly communicator
  • Intermediate Computer Proficiency: Comfortable with technology and learning new systems
  • Reliability: Must be punctual and ready to work in a team-oriented environment
  • Preferred Experience:
      • 1+ years of hospitality or customer service experience
      • Strong customer service skills

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, and squat repetitively
  • Ability to sit in an office environment for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Please note: A background check will be conducted for all applicants.

Ready to spend your summer making memories while helping others do the same? Apply today and join our vibrant team at Echo Canyon River Expeditions & Royal Gorge Cabins-where work meets adventure!

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Currently accepting applications for the 2026 summer rafting season! Experienced Guides and Aspiring Guides are welcome to apply. 

Training begins on May 18th, 2026, and lasts about one month. Full-time seasonal positions will be offered to many of those who successfully complete the training program. Experienced Guides still need to complete an application and get a hold of our River Operations Manager to set up a time for an interview.

 

More Info – Guide Training Program

More Info – Experienced Guides

Perks & Benefits

Living your best life

Friendships that last a lifetime

Our staff becomes a tight-knit group of friends, not just co-workers

Just a summer gig

So you don't have to commit to a career, just a few months of fun and sun

Perks only Colorado can offer

Go rafting on your day off and get discounts for friends and family

Be the reason for someone's permagrin

There's nothing better than being part of the highlight of a family's vacation

"I look forward to coming to work everyday because of the fun environment and friendly staff!"
Ashton, Reservation Sales Staff
4 years at Echo Canyon
"I enjoy working at Echo because of the staff and the fun, fast-paced environment! Everyone is super friendly and welcoming. There’s never a boring day!"
Alex, Reservation Sales Staff
2 years at Echo Canyon

Work hard. Play harder.

Sound like you?

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