Kayak Tour Guide

Full Job Description

Our award winning kayak rental and tour company is expanding our Crystal River location! We are a 5 star rated company and are only looking for the best to join our team. Guides must be motivated, reliable, outgoing, drama free, and be able to handle guests from all over the world. We are the LARGEST kayak and tour company in Crystal River and operate 14 tours daily now and are looking to expand that number with the right team. Our pay is the tops in the area and there is opportunity for additional income for different add on products for our guests. You have a team at your disposal to help load and unload kayaks in and out of the water. You do NOT need to use your own vehicle to trailer the kayaks like other companies in the area, as we value our employees and would not expect them to put wear and tear on their own vehicles. We encourage applicants to be familiar with Crystal River, and the ecosystem involving manatees in the area. You will receive the BEST training before your first tour and will be comfortable before going on your own.

Qualifications:

• Must have kayaking experience (professional or recreational)
• A passion for being outdoors and willingness to learn.
• Customer service oriented and outgoing.
• Comfortable and confident on the water
• Available multiple days of week/weekend
• Must be able to work independently.

Responsibilities:

• Check guests in when arriving at our shop and give a quick introduction
• Give guided eco tours in Crystal River and Three Sisters Springs when open.
• Provide relevant information about the tour/area. (Training will be provided)
• Ensure safety for all guests and help assist in paddling technique and skill.

Benefits:

• Great tips and pay.
• Work in an award winning TEAM environment
• Paddling in the coolest kayaks in the world.
• Training will be provided to those who qualify.

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time

Pay: $40,000 to $80,000 + per year

Schedule:

• each tour is 2 to 2 1/2 hours, up to three tours per day

Supplemental Pay:

• Commissions
• Bonus pay
• Tips

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Weekends (Required)
• Work Location: Crystal River, Florida

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Tips

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work a flexible schedule including weekends?
• What makes you a good for for this position?

Ability to Commute:

• Crystal River, FL 34429 (Required)

Work Location: In person