Anacortes Kayak Tours

Current Job dates:

Currently recruiting for the season that runs from May 1st, 2024 to October 6th, 2024.

Booking and Logistics Coordinator

up to $16.28 / hour

Anacortes

We are looking for energetic and cheerful individuals who can assist us in the office and help with the logistical operations of the company.

Wages DOE, starting at $16.28/hour.

Job duties include (but are not limited to):

• Taking phone calls from customers and answering questions about our tours.
• Booking tours.
• Replying to email inquiries.
• General office duties.
• Packing for multi-day kayak trips.
• Shopping for multi-day kayak trips.
• Occasionally launching and/or receiving kayak trips.
• Keeping our gear room clean and organized.
• Communicating with guides about tours.

This is a fun working environment for individuals who enjoy a busy work environment. The nature of this industry is that the pace of the day fluctuates from quiet to chaotic, and everything in between. Individuals who are organized and adapt easy to a rapidly changing environment will thrive here. 

Preferred skills:

• Computer literacy in order to quickly learn how to use our online booking system.
• Previous experience in a sales position is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people.
• Previous office experience is helpful.

 

 

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Sea Kayak Guide

up to $16.28 / hour + tips

Anacortes

AKT is planning to have approximately 14 kayak guides on staff for the 2024 season. 

We need qualified individuals who are available from May through the beginning of October. Early arrival in May is important so that we can have enough time for training and familiarization before the busiest months of the season. Some positions may be available for individuals who need to arrive later or leave earlier. 

Guide training happens in May, guiding employment begins upon successful completion of training. There is no cost to you for the skills training, which is conducted by Body Boat Blade International. Land-based trainings are paid.

Our starting wages are $16.28/hr, plus tips, which can often double the base salary. It is common for guides to be earning a combined wage of $25-$35/hr.

Duties:

• Independently plan trip routes based on group needs, weather conditions, and tidal predictions.
• Lead fun kayak tours while interpreting the natural and cultural history of the area.
• Effectively manage groups while in the field using dynamic risk assessment protocols.
• Communicate directly with guests about their expectations, your plans, why you are making your decisions.
• Follow Leave No Trace Principles while in the field.
• On Multi-Day Trips; Prepare food for guests, set up camp, ensure guest comfort.
• Inspect the packed equipment prior to expedition departures, occasionally you will pack for them yourself.  Clean all equipment and vehicles at the end of each trip.
• Assist in the logistics of operating the trips, including occasionally launching or picking them up.
• Fill in where necessary. There are often small chores that need attending to.

Qualifications: 

• CPR/AED and First Aid or higher.  
• Washington State Food Handler’s Card (available online) 
• Washington State Whale Watch Operator License. (Online, we will assist you in obtaining this.)
• Must be available in early May and attend our training events. You will receive free coaching for the kayak skills training. Land-based operational trainings will be paid.

Required Equipment:

• Cell phone with an international plan. (Your service sometimes will bounce into Canada on some trips.)
• Dry Suit. (Not required on all trips, but you will need it for training and playing. We have a program for assisting you to buy one painlessly, please inquire.)
• Booties to protect your drysuit socks
• Charts of the area (we can sell you waterproof charts at our cost ~$15)
• Blunt-tipped rescue knife.

*We will provide all your necessary safety kit essentials.*

Preferred Skills: 

• Education background: outdoor education, environmental education, recreation, biology, natural resource management, earth sciences or related field.
• Restaurant experience is helpful to aid in your presentation of meals out in the field.
• Experience driving trailers (not required, but a benefit).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to guests and co-workers. 
• Good physical fitness: the ability to lift at least 50 lbs comfortably and walk on uneven terrain. Must be able to exit and enter your kayak with ease in the water.
• Leadership experience.
• Our kayaks are the limiting factor for your physical size. If you are in excess of 6' 3", or 240 pounds then please call us. Our equipment may not work for you.  

Compensation:

• Competitive wages, DOE, plus tips.

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