Primary Responsibilities

- To lead guests on 2 hr, 4 hr and 6 hr kayaking tours with a maximum of 6 clients per guide.

Secondary Responsibilities

- Provide storefront coverage, including customer assistance, taking payments, opening and closing, etc.

- Washing and organizing gear.

- Assisting in preparation and cleanup of tours led by other guides. Washing and inspecting kayaks and gear.

- Assisting the maintenance and operations team with general tasks and camp runs.

Qualifications

Most of our guests are tourists, not kayakers. They come to view wildlife in its natural setting and to enjoy nature. We are looking for an individual that can do more than just keep them upright in a kayak.

- SKGABC Level 1 certificate or equivalent

- 16 hr basic first aid and CPR

- Restricted operators certificate for VHF

- Food Safe

- Post-secondary education is preferred.

- Foreign language skills are an asset,



especially French, German & Dutch.

- Knowledge of local marine mammals and marine invertebrates. (We provide some training and literature in the form of field guides and reference books).

- Able to share knowledge enthusiastically and in a clear manner.

- Must have and be able to instruct “leave no trace“ ethics

- Good leadership skills. Must be able to take control of a group and get them on the water in a timely fashion and maintain that control throughout the entire tour.

- A robust, outdoor qualified able to work well under all weather conditions and able to lift up to 50lbs.

- A valid driver's license and your own form of transportation from Telegraph Cove to your accommodation.

📌 Level 1 Sea Kayak Guide (Canada)
🏢 North Island Kayak
📍 Canada