Wildlife Kayak & Hiking Guide – Educate & Lead Tours

Guest Services; Florida; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services in Florida is seeking a full-time Hiking and Kayak Tours Guide to educate guests on DeLeon Springs Park, wildlife, and park history while keeping everyone safe.

You will lead tours on weekends, assist at the cash register, prep equipment, and continuously learn about marine mammals and birds to provide engaging, high-quality experiences. This role requires strong customer service and excellent communication with diverse guests.

Qualifications

• Partial High School education; High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent preferred.
• Strong customer service abilities; actively looks for ways to assist customers and coworkers.
• People oriented, strong communication/public speaking skills, education experience or background.
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented skills are a must.
• Must enjoy educating diverse audience about wildlife and other subjects.
• Must adhere to company dress code.
• Subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing.
• Available Saturdays, Sundays, evenings and holidays.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Prior Tour Guide Experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Educate and inform guests about DeLeon Springs Park history including crocodiles, manatees and vast variety of birds.
• Monitor all passengers to assure they are comfortable and safe.
• Clean and prepare kayaks and equipment pre and post trip.
• Responsible to continue learning new material on marine mammals, and birds in the area.
• Background in natural sciences preferred.
• Working knowledge of boats, and experience working on open water.

Skills

Customer service

Public speaking

People oriented

Team player

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Guest Services in Florida is seeking a full-time Hiking and Kayak Tours Guide to educate guests on DeLeon Springs Park, wildlife, and park history while keeping everyone safe.

You will lead tours on weekends, assist at the cash register, prep equipment, and continuously learn about marine mammals and birds to provide engaging, high-quality experiences. This role requires strong customer service and excellent communication with diverse guests.