JOB OPENING: Shop Help
Coastal Expeditions is now hiring for the 2021 season!
We are looking for energetic, nature-loving spirits to fill Shop Help positions. Coastal Expeditions offers a fun, laid back work environment on Shem Creek with amazing views and unlimited access to kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for employees! This position is open to high school ages and older.
This position sets you up for an easy transition to a Naturalist Guide position in the future.
We are hiring for this position now, but the job doe not start until late spring/early summer.
Posted on January 7, 2021.
THIS JOB IS FILLED AND WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
MUST HAVE
- A positive, friendly, and enthusiastic attitude
- Demonstrate customer service skills
- Be able to work long hours outside in Charleston summer heat with a smile on your face
- Lift and move heavy kayaks/SUPs
BONUS POINTS FOR
- having an interest in our local natural and human history
- aspiring to move into a guide position in the future
DAILY TASKS INCLUDE
- Assisting renters with all aspects of the rental process: instruction, carrying the boat to launch, creating a float plan, launching, cleaning boats
- Assisting guides with tours: carrying boats, cleaning boats and gear, helping clients
- Answering phones and making reservations
- Assisting managers with various projects as needed: maintenance, data entry, stocking, cleaning, etc.
DATES
This is a seasonal, full-time position (5 days per week, must work weekends). Start date is flexible, but ideally between April 1st and June 1st.
You must be available to work full time until at least August 15th, but can be extended until November 15th with potential for part-time work in the winter.
PAY
Starting pay is $10/hour plus tips. After the first full season of employment, employees are eligible for an IRA matching program and health insurance benefits.
Other benefits include CPR, First Aid, AED and lifeguard training, kayak instructor training, interpretive and educational training, and use of kayaks and SUPs.
TO APPLY
Please email a resume and one to two paragraph cover letter to olivia@coastalexpeditions.com.
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