First Mate – Airboat Tour Facility

Camp Holly Gator's Tiki Bar & Grill; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

A local outdoor tourism company in Florida is seeking dependable and motivated First Mates to assist during airboat tours. The ideal candidates enjoy working outdoors, interact with guests, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include assisting the captain, ensuring guest safety, and providing excellent customer service. Applicants must be reliable, First Aid certified, and have prior boating experience. Enjoy competitive pay and a fun working atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Previous boating tour experience preferred.
• Must pass drug test and be Coast Guard safety certified.

Responsibilities

• Assist the airboat captain during tours.
• Ensure guest safety and comfort.
• Provide friendly customer service and basic tour support.
• Provide friendly customer service and basic tour support.
• Assist with general dock and boat operations as needed.

Skills

Reliability

Customer service

Basic boating knowledge

Reliability

Education

First Aid certification

Coast guard safety certification

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

We are seeking dependable and motivated First Mates to join our airboat tour operations. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, interacting with guests, and being part of a fast-paced team environment.

Schedule

• Primary coverage needed on weekdays
• Possible weekend hours available
• Scheduling may be available based on availability and tour demand

Responsibilities

• Assist the airboat captain during tours
• Ensure guest safety and comfort
• Help with boarding and unloading passengers
• Provide friendly customer service and basic tour support
• Assist with general dock and boat operations as needed

Requirements

• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Comfortable working around boats and water
• Must be able to pass a drug test
• Must meet all qualifications required to be listed in our drug consortium
• Must be First Aid certified (certification available online if not currently certified)
• Previous boating tour experience is preferred
• Must be coast guard safety certified

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Weekly pay
• Fun, fast-paced outdoor work environment
• Training provided

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Able to walk on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces
• Able to lift and carry up to 150 pounds
• Able to climb in and out of airboats repeatedly throughout the day
• Capable of bending, stooping, reaching, and kneeling as needed
• Must have sufficient vision, hearing, and mobility to ensure guest safety