What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zip Line Adventure Guide position at Empower Adventures Tampa Bay?
This position is located in Oldsmar, FL
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Zip Line Receiving Guide position leads guests through our 2-hour zipline experience! It includes over 3,000′ of zip lines, 4 exhilarating aerial challenges while overlooking the wildlife and waters of Bayou Wilderness and Tampa Bay
The position includes a flexible schedule and provides the opportunity for growth within the company.
Candidates MUST have open availability and MUST be able to pass a background check before they can start training.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contribute to a positive, supportive team atmosphere and model a “can do” attitude
- Responsible for guest(s) and guide safety throughout zip line experience
- Responsible, reliable, punctual, and committed to job
- Family friendly, pleasant, and courteous in all interactions with guests
- In alignment with Empower Adventures Tampa Bay mission and guiding principles
- Safe and responsible use of all Empower gear and equipment
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older
- Must have Saturday and Sunday availability
- Must be able to pass a physical test during interview.
- Solid interpersonal skills with exceptional communication skills
- Experience working in varied weather conditions
- Strong self-care skills
- Drug Free
- Previous adventure or outdoor work experience is appreciated, but not required
No previous adventure experience required. All new staff will be required to attend a 40-70 hour training and certification program upon hiring, regardless of previous experience.
About us
Empower Adventures Tampa Bay is a small business in Oldsmar, FL 34677. We are an uplifting, inclusive, social experience and our goal is to empower guests through various adventure experiences.
We have a very safe, inclusive work environment that aims to foster "Empowerment through Adventure".
Empower Adventures Tampa Bay, LLC (“EATB”) is a zip line adventure course in Oldsmar, Florida. EATB is a state of the art adventure recreation and learning facility located in the Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve and consists of a 20-acre aerial zip line course, aerial adventure obstacles and more! In addition to recreational adventures, EATB also offers team building, team bonding adventures, and leadership development programs.
Compensation
- $13.00/hr during training with increases based upon performance and duties.
- We strongly encourage our guests to tip their guides. Guides will see an average of $200 per month in tips, with some seeing upwards of $400-$600 in the peak seasons. This typically equates to $3-$6 per hour on average on top of the regular hourly rate with that increasing during peak seasons.
- Monthly bonuses are available for receiving 5-star reviews and upselling with most guides typically see $50-$150 based upon number of tours led.
- Guides also qualify for company performance bonuses when the company exceeds projected goals.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person
Salary : $3 - $6