What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tour Guide position at Sea Glass Kayaking?
You must be able to tow at least 1,000 pounds with your personal vehicle.
Available tours: Sundays and the 8am weekday tours.
Pay: $80 per tour, paid as an independent contractor (1099).
About us
Sea Glass Kayaking conducts business on Clearwater Beach Island, FL. We are a professional, challenging, engaging kayak tour service. Our goal is to provide an educational, safe, and exciting tour service to our guests.
We are looking for a qualified kayak Tour Guide to lead guests through the intracoastal waters of the city of Clearwater in a professional manner. Our experienced Tour Guide will be a creative self-starter as well as an individual who is passionate about his or her work. A strong work ethic and interpersonal skills are also important qualities for this position.
The Kayak Tour Guide will be responsible for the following:
- Taking the kayaks to and from the launch location with guide's personal vehicle.
- Read weather/water conditions to ensure safe operations for the duration of the tour.
- Complete safety and equipment checklist prior to departure
- Be onsite and ready for the scheduled launch time.
- Assist with check-ins at the launch site as needed
- Provide paddler's safety and equipment instructions.
- Review tour path including channel crossings
- Manage up to 5 tandem kayaks grouping
- Knowledge of USCG and State of Florida water safety requirements, including how to contact in cases of emergencies.
- Perform water rescue, include righting tandem kayaks in deep water.
- Will lead groups of guests (up to 10 people) on an informative tour through mangroves and estuary system, highlighting information about Clearwater Beach in addition to local flora and fauna
- Tour setup (included in the per-tour rate): have the kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and safety gear assembled and launch ready for your group.
- Provide opportunities for video/pictures during tours
- Return all tour equipment clean and secured after each tour and submit a post-tour report.
- Text launch and return times to the office and call immediately in an emergency.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must have a valid Driver's Licence
- Must have a vehicle that can tow 1,000lbs
- Must be 21 years old
- Have CPR certification and ACA Kayak Rescue Training (can be obtained prior to start date)
- Must have at least 1 year of prior guide experience
- Able to stand from a sitting position
- Able to paddle continuously for up to 3 hours
- Basic knowledge of Florida’s ecosystems and wildlife
- Experience kayaking recreationally or professionally
- Comfortable with heavy lifting (up to 50lbs.) and working outdoors in Florida weather and heat
- Good communication and public speaking skills
- Prior customer service experience is a plus
- Organizational and time management skills
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Our work environment includes:
- Casual work attire
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Flexible working hours
- Lively atmosphere
- Get paid to exercise, get sun and have fun!
Pay: From $80.00 per day
Application Question(s):
- Which tours would you be available to accept: Sunday tours, 8am weekday tours, or both?
- Can your personal vehicle tow at least 1000 lbs?
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80