Day Tour Sea Kayaking Guide

Day Tour Sea Kayaking Guide
Job Number # 
2406505
Employer 
Tofino Sea Kayaking Company
Job Location(s) 
Tofino
Number of Positions 
3
Date Posted 
Apr 17, 2023
Apply By 
May 17, 2023
Start Date 
2022-05-15
Schedule 
Full Time
Hours 
Approx. 35hrs week
Wage 
$18-$21 DOE
NOC Code 
6532
Source 
Indeed Website
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Details 

We are looking for sea kayak guides who are comfortable leading people in class 1 & 2 ocean waters. Have experience leading groups and facilitating introductory sea kayaking tours from 2.5hrs to 6hrs in duration. Able to provide natural & cultural history interpretation topics to guests. Able to monitor safety and mitigate hazards related to terrain and water conditions for your group.

The Tofino harbour is a fun, dynamic and scenic area to guide due to do the diversity of the tour area.  Guides will need to be comfortable in open coastal paddling, currents, fog, and wind conditions. We are the pioneer sea kayaking company in Tofino where are humble roots began in 1988. We thrive on creating fun, educational, and adventurous experiences. We aim to connect people to nature through sustainable form of travel by kayak. You will be part of team whose aim is to create great kayaking experiences for our guests. This takes an attitude of flexibility, enjoy working with others, a can do attitude and a sense of humour.

Qualifications 
  • Level 1, AOG SKGABC certification or equivalent
  • Personal kayaking or water based paddling experience in class 2 & 3 waters
  • Experience leading groups
  • 40hr Wilderness First Aid
  • VHF certificate
  • Cell phone
How to Apply 

Send resume and cover letter to Jon paddle@tofinoseakayaking.com