Website High 5 Adventure Learning Center
HIGH 5 is GROWING!
Full-Time Challenge Course Assistant Installer
Brattleboro, Vermont
High 5 Adventure is recognized internationally for our leadership in experiential education and adventure learning. Schools, colleges, camps, corporate teams, and organizations across the globe partner with us to unlock the potential of their people. As an educational nonprofit, we believe in experiential learning as a catalyst for positive change—and we’re looking for someone who wants to grow alongside us.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated, dependable, and curious individual to join our Challenge Course Services team. This role supports the design, installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of challenge course projects—both large and small.
You’ll work closely with experienced installers, learn industry-specific technical skills, and gain hands-on experience with rope systems, carpentry, cable work, and at-height operations. This position offers career and professional development opportunities that could lead to a Lead Installer position.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist with indoor and outdoor challenge course installations
- Support inspections, repairs, and annual maintenance services
- Help manage equipment, tools, and inventory
- Contribute to a positive, professional, and fun team environment
- Deliver excellent customer service while representing High 5 in the field
Who You Are:
The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical interest, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn. You are someone who:
- Has familiarity with adventure education and/or challenge course elements
- Works well independently and collaboratively
- Can obtain required certifications (OSHA 10, lift certification, CPR/First Aid)
- Is organized, reliable, and eager to build new skills
- Communicates clearly in writing and verbally; comfortable with basic technology
- Holds a bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience
- Is able and willing to travel extensively Monday–Friday (primarily Northeast region)
- 2 weeks a month traveling
- 1 week a month commuting from home
- 1 week a month of office-based work.
- Lives within, or is willing to relocate to, commuting distance of Brattleboro, VT
- Is comfortable working at height using technical rope systems
High 5’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We recognize that when our team includes people from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives, our work is more effective as we strive to strengthen the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from qualified candidates who hold identities that have been underrepresented within our field, including, but not limited to: those who identify as Black, Indigenous, people of color; LGBTQ+; people with disabilities; and people with economic disadvantages. We strive to be a place where everyone is welcome and valued, feels a sense of belonging, and has the opportunity to grow their career and share their knowledge and experience.
Compensation & Benefits:
Starting pay: $19.50 – $30 /hour, based on experience.
High 5 is a nonprofit organization that deeply values its employees. Our benefits reflect this:
- 24 CTO days (combined vacation, sick, and personal time); increase after 3 years
- 19 holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s, and one personal holiday of your choice
- Stipends for the use of personal vehicles and tools
- PPE provided; some tools supplied
- Supportive, professional, team-oriented work environment
To Apply:
Send your cover letter and resume to: hiring@high5adventure.org
High 5 Adventure is recognized worldwide for its brand of experiential education and adventure learning. Some of the world’s most respected schools, colleges, sports teams, institutions, and businesses turn to us to discover their team’s potential. Formed as an educational non-profit organization, High 5 helps individuals, schools, and communities use experiential education as a catalyst for positive change.
To apply for this job email your details to hiring@high5adventure.org