Van Shuttle Driver (2024 Season)

For 52 years NOC has led the outdoor industry, taking more guests whitewater rafting and teaching more paddlers than any other outdoor recreation company. NOC also provides top-quality aerial and trail-based adventures, wilderness medicine as well as unmatched retail service, foodservice, lodging, and trip planning services. NOC career opportunities offer a rare combination of work in beautiful locations, a chance to grow skills and to share a passion for active outdoor recreation.

JOB SUMMARY

Are you looking to be part of the NOC family as you help to welcome our guests to the outpost? You may be the ideal candidate for our open parking lot van driver position. You will be responsible to assist with shuttling guest and NOC staff around the NOC Wesser campus and staff housing in Bryson City, NC. You should be friendly and have outstanding customer service skills. You will work with other attendants to provide a secure and safe facility for guests.

This seasonal/part time, hourly position is from April 2024 - September 2024.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe experience for Guest / NOC staff in NOC Vans.
• Keep up to date daily vehicle inspections.
• Keep the Van clean and tidy.
• Wash Vehicle as needed.
• Provide general knowledge of NOC offerings and operations, as well as general directions and information about the area.
• Provide necessary documentation to management as needed.
• Perform all duties in variable weather conditions.
• Assist in general parking guide duties if requested.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid driver’s license
• Must be at least 21 years of age with a clean driving record.
• Must have superior guest service skills and high awareness for safety.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with a team.
• Sound decision making skills and judgement.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Able to carry up to 30lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stoop and twist.
• Comfortable working in various climates ( heat, cold, wind, rain).

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to provide a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change, so too may the essential functions of this position.

Please note that as an employer with over 100 employees, NOC will be required to comply with any OSHA Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard should that standard be enacted.

The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any and all terms, conditions or privileges of employment including hiring, promotions, termination, training and compensation. The NOC does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic condition or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, where applicable. Furthermore, the NOC is committed to a work environment free of discrimination and harassment through respecting and valuing the diversity among employees and all those with whom the NOC does business.