SXS Mechanic & Off-Road Guide
Hot Springs Off-Road Park – Hot Springs, Arkansas
Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal, or Workamper | Hourly
Join the Team Behind the Adventure
Love working on off-road vehicles, solving mechanical problems, and spending time outdoors? Hot Springs Off-Road Park is looking for an SXS Mechanic & Off-Road Guide to help maintain our rental fleet, recover vehicles, and lead guests on unforgettable off-road adventures.
This isn't a typical mechanic job. One day you may be servicing a Kawasaki SXS in the shop, another day troubleshooting a problem on the trail, and another helping guide a family through their first off-road experience.
Our mission is to help people Escape the Everyday through unforgettable outdoor family experiences. If you're mechanically skilled, dependable, enjoy off-roading, and take pride in doing things right, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do:
Off-Road Guiding & Recovery
- Guide SXS tours (daily) and Off-Roading 101 experiences (weekly)
- Assist with trail-side vehicle recovery for guests and Park Staff
- Demonstrate safe off-road practices and equipment operation
- Help guests feel safe, confident, and ready for adventure
SXS Maintenance & Repair
- Inspect, service, diagnose, and repair our SXS rental fleet
- Perform routine and preventative maintenance according to manufacturer guidelines
- Wash, refuel, and prepare vehicles for upcoming rentals
- Track maintenance and repairs using Maintenance Pro software
- Keep the operations team updated on which vehicles are ready for rental
- Help identify problems before they become major repairs
Shop & Equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop
- Help maintain Park equipment including tractors, trailers, mowers, chainsaws, and utility equipment
- Organize tools, parts, supplies, and SXS inventory areas
- Coordinate with Park Owners and outside vendors when additional parts or repairs are needed
Team Support
- Work closely with SXS Guides, Park Store Staff, Grounds Maintenance, and Leadership
- Cross-train and assist in other Park operations during slower periods (ex: Campground Maintenance Team)
- Communicate maintenance, equipment, and safety concerns promptly
- Take care of Park tools, vehicles, and equipment as if they were your own
What We Look For
We're a values-driven team. Our ideal teammate lives out our Core Values:
Be Generous – You adapt, help where needed, and go out of your way to be a blessing to others.
Have Fun – You bring a positive attitude to work and help create an enjoyable environment for those around you.
Work with Excellence – You accept responsibility and take the time to do things right the first time and every time.
You also:
- Have strong mechanical ability and enjoy troubleshooting problems
- Take pride in quality workmanship
- Work well independently and as part of a team
- Communicate clearly and respectfully
- Stay organized and follow through
- Use good judgment and put safety first
- Don't mind getting dirty, muddy, greasy, or working outside
Qualifications
- Hands-on mechanical experience with SXS/UTVs, automotive, small engines, diesel, agricultural, or similar equipment
- Familiarity with Kawasaki Side-by-Sides is a plus
- Off-road driving experience strongly preferred
- Valid Driver's License with a good driving record
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
- Basic computer skills and willingness to learn Park software
- Weekend, holiday, and peak-season availability as scheduled
Work Environment
This is an active, hands-on position with both shop and outdoor work. You'll work around vehicles, heavy equipment, mud, dust, grease, noise, changing weather, and uneven off-road terrain.
Physical Requirements
- Regularly lift and move 10–50+ pounds
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work outdoors for extended periods
- Safely operate vehicles, tools, equipment, and machinery
- Navigate uneven, wooded, and steep terrain
Why Hot Springs Off-Road Park?
We're a family-owned, values-driven business where your work makes a real difference. Whether you're getting a rental back on the trail, recovering a stranded vehicle, or helping a family experience off-roading for the first time, you'll be part of creating the adventures our guests remember long after they leave.
Come help us keep the adventure rolling.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
