What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kayak Tour Guide Multi-Tour per day position at Sharkey's Kayak Tours Palm Harbor?
Job Requirement
Applicants must have a 6-cylinder SUV or pickup truck with a tow package to transport a kayak trailer to our tour site, located approximately 5 miles from our shop. Please do not apply if you do not have a suitable vehicle for towing. This is a physical job and you will be required to lift kayaks day in and day out.
About Us
Sharkey's Glass Bottom Tours, based in St. Pete Beach, FL, has been running successful tours in multiple cities for the past five years. Due to growing demand, we’ve recently expanded to Palm Harbor and Key West. As Florida’s largest and original Glass Bottom LED Fish Feeding Night Tour company, we currently operate in St. Pete Beach, Clearwater Beach, and Sarasota.
Our goal is to deliver fun, engaging, and unforgettable experiences on the water, all while maintaining strict safety standards set by the USCG.
If you're friendly, energetic, and enjoy working with people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for tour guides and kayak crew members in Palm Harbor, FL 34683.
- Earn $30-$40 per hour plus tips
- Typical work hours: 5:30 PM – 10:30/11:00 PM – evening shifts mean staying out of the daytime heat while creating memorable experiences for guests
- Work with a small, dynamic team (2-3 crew members) to load/unload kayaks and guide guests along the waterways
- No prior experience is required – we provide a structured guide script to ensure an easy, stress-free workflow
- Weekly pay, every Friday
Priority will be given to those who call first! Contact Joe at 727-546-0000
Position Responsibilities
- Conduct guided evening and night tours at 6 PM, 8 PM, and 9:30 PM
- Assist with setting up and unloading kayaks as part of a 2-3 person team
- Rotate responsibilities, including leading as a Guide, Backup Guide, or Shore Patrol
- Maintain a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests by following established safety protocols
- Clearly and confidently communicate with tour participants
- Keep tours running on schedule with strong time management skills
- Engage groups of various sizes with effective public speaking
- Display leadership skills and problem-solving abilities in case of unexpected challenges
- Deliver outstanding customer service, ensuring guests feel welcome and valued
This position offers tremendous growth potential with a national company, including opportunities for management positions and even running a location. You must know how to use a kayak. Applicants with boater safety cards are preferred but you can get it after we hire you as it's free.
Join Sharkey’s Kayak Tours and be part of an exciting team that brings adventure to life for our guests!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Tips
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Palm Harbor, FL 34683 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $40