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:
High 5 Adventure is seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented individual to join our Challenge Course Services team, focusing primarily on inspections and maintenance work throughout the Northern New England region, while also supporting new installations.
This role plays a key part in ensuring the safety, quality, and longevity of challenge course programs across the region. You’ll conduct annual inspections, perform repairs and upgrades, and collaborate with our installation team on new builds. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently in the field, communicates clearly with clients, and enjoys hands-on technical work both at ground level and at height.
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct annual inspections of traditional indoor and outdoor challenge courses
- Document findings and prepare clear, professional inspection reports
- Perform repairs, upgrades, and preventative maintenance
- Join the installation team for new course builds and major renovations
- Provide excellent customer service while representing High 5 Adventure
- Maintain a strong commitment to safety and industry standards
Who You Are:
The ideal candidate brings experience, technical aptitude, attention to detail, and a strong sense of responsibility. You are someone who:
- Has familiarity with adventure education and challenge course elements
- Has 5 years of experience conducting professional inspections
- Holds – ACCT ICE Level 1, Licensed Inspector in Massachusetts, OSHA 10, lift certification, CPR/First Aid
- Works confidently both independently and as part of a team and is organized, reliable, and solutions-oriented
- Is comfortable working at height using technical rope systems
- Communicates clearly, both written and verbally
- Is comfortable using technology for documentation and reporting
- Holds a bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience
- Resides in, or is willing to relocate to, one of our primary service areas, ideally Maine, Northern New Hampshire, or Central New York.
- Available for regular travel throughout the assigned region, with occasional travel to other areas where High 5 provides services.
Travel Expectations:
- The majority of work is conducted on-site throughout the assigned region
- Regular Monday–Friday travel within the region. There is no weekend work
- Periodic travel outside the assigned region
- Combination of fieldwork and limited remote/administrative work
- Occasional travel to the High 5 office to participate in meetings and support High 5’s culture
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: $24 – $30/hour, based on experience
High 5 is a nonprofit Social enterprise organization that deeply values its employees. Our benefits reflect this:
- 24 CTO days (combined vacation, sick, and personal time); increases 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
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
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