Adventure Kayak Tour Guide - Earn $20-$30/hr + Training

A Day Away Adventure LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A Day Away Kayak Tours hires tour guides to lead kayak excursions, focus on safety, and enhance patron connections with engaging and informative hosting. Guides ensure safe paddling, proper equipment use, and friendly customer experiences across tours.

CPR certification is mandatory (training arranged by the employer where possible). ACA kayaking certification is provided free at the start of the season, with annual refreshers to maintain compliance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• CPR Certification is mandatory; you must locate a training facility and schedule it. May training may be available through our instructor.
• ADA Policies: one mandatory training day per year covering all policies and procedures.
• ACA Kayaking Certification is required annually; provided by ADA at the start of the summer season (May) for free.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time, rested and ready to work hard.
• Follow Trip Leader instructions for each trip.
• Inform Trip Leader of problem paddlers or dangerous situations.
• Unload, clean and prepare equipment for patrons.
• Operate as part of a collaborative team; keep vehicles and gear secure.
• Ensure patrons are safe on all tours; buckled life jackets, stay in boats, no alcohol/drugs, stay with group, stay alert to hazards.
• Engage patrons to make trips enjoyable and safe; ask questions and help them paddle effectively.
• Maintain a positive attitude and deliver firm instruction when needed.
• Know and follow all ADA Policies.

Job description

A Day Away Kayak Tours hires tour guides to lead kayak excursions, focus on safety, and enhance patron connections with engaging and informative hosting. Guides ensure safe paddling, proper equipment use, and friendly customer experiences across tours.

CPR certification is mandatory (training arranged by the employer where possible). ACA kayaking certification is provided free at the start of the season, with annual refreshers to maintain compliance and safety standards.