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Work with the largest, top rated hot air balloon company in the Southwest: Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Ride Co. Rise above the rest, work with the best. We are looking for fun, energetic people who recognize that our full-time jobs specialize in bucket lists.

Hot Air Balloon Chase Crew | Albuquerque, New Mexico

General Description

Work with the largest, top-rated hot air balloon company in the Southwest. We have some of the best equipment and facilities in the industry and certainly have the most fun! Rise above the rest, work with the best. We are looking for fun, energetic, people who are not afraid to work hard or get a little dirty.

Job Responsibilities

  • Handle the hot air balloon equipment
  • Assist the pilot with flight preparation
  • Make sure the guests receive the best customer service
  • Follow the balloon during flight
  • Pack up the equipment and return to the shop

Qualifications

  • Able to lift 75+ lbs
  • Good physical condition
  • Reliable transportation to work
  • Good personal hygiene
  • Ability to work well with a team

Pay

$45 per shift + tips with the ability to earn more depending upon experience and responsibilities.

Hours

Most often early morning shifts, each shift lasts 3-4 hours on average. In the winter, afternoon shifts will be available as well. Shift options will be available every weekday, weekend, and holiday.


Vehicle Maintenance Technician | Phoenix, Arizona

General Description

Work with the largest, top rated hot air balloon company in the Southwest: Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Ride Co.Rise above the rest, work with the best. We are looking for fun, energetic, people who work great in team environments. As part of our vehicle maintenance team you will perform light maintenance on vehicles, trailers, and small fan engines.

Job Responsibilities

  • Proper alignment
  • Oil Changes
  • Proper function of brakes, axels, doors, gear shifts, air conditioning/heating, batteries, lights, bulbs, etc.
  • Inclusion of all safety items (fire extinguishers, safety information/phone numbers, state land permits, first aid kits, appropriate paperwork)
  • Investigation of rattles and knocking
  • Liftgate repairs
  • Small welding projects
  • Tracking and upkeep of vehicle documentation

Qualifications

  • 1 year of Vehicle Maintenance Experience
  • Hot Air Balloon Experience is a plus, but not required

Pay

$20.00/hour, DOE plus tips

Hours

Full-Time, Choose your own hours, Monday - Friday, Weekend + Holiday Availability


Hot Air Balloon Chase Crew | Phoenix, Arizona

General Description

Work with the largest, top-rated hot air balloon company in the Southwest. We have some of the best equipment and facilities in the industry and certainly have the most fun! Rise above the rest, work with the best. We are looking for fun, energetic, people who are not afraid to work hard or get a little dirty.

Job Responsibilities

  • Handle the hot air balloon equipment
  • Assist the pilot with flight preparation
  • Make sure the guests receive the best customer service
  • Follow the balloon during flight
  • Pack up the equipment and return to the shop

Qualifications

  • Able to lift 75+ lbs
  • Good physical condition
  • Reliable transportation to work
  • Good personal hygiene
  • Ability to work well with a team

Pay

$50 per shift (about 3.5 hours long) + tips with the ability to earn more depending upon experience and responsibilities.

Hours

Most often early morning shifts, each shift lasts 3-4 hours on average. In the winter, afternoon shifts will be available as well. Shift options will be available every weekday, weekend, and holiday.


Locations

Albuquerque

Daily Flights Year Round

Phoenix

Daily Flights Year Round

Colorado Springs

Daily Flights June - September

Festivals

Albuquerque International Balloon Festival

Albuquerque, NM

Labor Day Lift-Off Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs, CO

Red Rock Balloon Rally

Gallup, NM

Spooktacular Balloon Festival

Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, Arizona