WHO WE ARE
Our Mission is to cultivate a lifetime of unforgettable outdoor experiences for river runners by providing industry leading rafting equipment, hand-crafted gear, and connecting the river community through education, conservation, and inclusivity. Our Vision is to be a premier source in the paddle sport industry by providing innovative products and information, fostering diversity, and advocating for rivers. Our Core Values include offering a helpful, caring & informative environment where we provide quality customer service, best products, innovative ideas and a good working environment that is family/friends owned and operated.
Down River Equipment is a growing outdoor industry company that has been manufacturing, distributing, and selling a multitude of rafting equipment and paddle sports related gear since 1985. DRE is most known for custom fabrication of aluminum rowing frames, kitchen boxes, camp tables and raft rigging gear. Everything we produce is made in Colorado. We also distribute just about everything needed to get on the river. We are the source for all river rafting equipment.
Our team is full of river professionals and outdoor enthusiasts who believe in an open-door = open-minds philosophy. If you want to have a real impact on a medium sized outdoor company, Down River is the spot for you. See more about our team! (Click Here)
WHERE
All jobs are located at our headquarters in Wheat Ridge, CO. We’re on the western edge of greater Denver, a great jumping off point to your next adventure. You can get to the nearest trailhead with a 15 minute mountain bike ride from our building. Or, drive 15 minutes to Golden and jump on Clear Creek for an evening paddle. And, cruise up into the mountains for a head start on your days off. (Click Here for Map)
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WHY
Where else can you explore your own passion for rivers, help others with their next adventure and become part of a team with the same desires? At Down River we've continually implemented new policies to keep our staff safe and on the payroll throughout the Covid outbreak. Perks include discounted rafting gear, flexible scheduling, staff river trips and a casual dress code. Benefits include a health insurance program, paid holidays, paid on-river days, paid volunteer days, a paid time off program and a personal rafting equipment stipend.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
Health Insurance Plan
All staff eligible after first 60 days while working 30 or more hours per week.
401K Retirement Plan
3% Employer contribution. All staff eligible after 1 year of employment.
Paid Time Off
Start earning PTO immediately
Paid Holidays
6 Paid holidays off for full-time staff
Paid Volunteer Day and On-River Day
1 of each per year of employment
Annual Gear Allowance and Purchase Program
Store credit issued each year of employment, starts at $750 and increases as your employment continues. All personal rafting equipment is available for purchase at Down River's cost.
Paid Daily Breaks
One 40 minute lunch break and two 10 minute breaks on-the-clock per 8-10 hour day
Paid American Whitewater Membership, "Protect Our Rivers" License Plate Program and Annual Staff River Trip
CURRENT OPENINGS
Great People Wanted (starting immediately)
We are not actively looking to fill any open positions at this time. But we are always looking for great people. A positive attitude, being a quick learner, possessing good interpersonal and communication skills, along with self-motivation are qualities Down River is looking for in a new member of our team. Commitment to our Mission, Vision, and Core Values are a must.
HOW TO APPLY
Let us know you’re interested by emailing us a little about yourself and include your resume to: [email protected]
