Freedom Boat Club - Boating Instructor Jobs in Greater Tampa Bay, FL (Seasonal Now-Aug/Sept)
Position Overview
Imagine your dream summer job! During our peak season, March through August, we need your help in creating remarkable member experiences on the water. If you love working outdoors with a view, sharing the boating lifestyle with others, and getting paid to do what you love, we want to hear from you!
Essential Functions
- Greet and welcome new members
- Organize and effectively conduct member classroom and on the water training on various skill, policy, and compliance areas
- Identify areas in which additional training is required and/or beneficial
- Record training certifications in Reservation system
- Professional appearance and uniform required
- Handle minor member mishaps or incidents while maintaining friendly disposition
- Red Carpet level of treatment to members and guests
- Speak with potential members about the Club
- Additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- US Coast Guard Captains License
- Pass a background check and drug screen
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Boating experience in or around boats
- Vision adequate to read / manipulate handheld computer tablets
- Electronics knowledge & utilization (Smartphone/tablet)
- Ability to maintain a calm, positive attitude during periods of high activity
- Maintain a cooperative, team attitude in working with supervisors and fellow employees
- Highly effective communications skills and friendly customer service
- Professional communication skills with co-workers, corporate, and members
- Must be a self-starter and capable of working unsupervised
- High attention to detail
- Adhere to all safety policies
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous instructor experience is highly desirable
Working Conditions
- Moving from docks to boats and vice versa, unstable & wet surfaces
- Large drops (~4ft) down to vessels & back up to dock
- Stand for long periods of time
- Outside elements workplace (Heat, Rain, Cold, general extreme weather elements)
- Work in a marina setting on docks that may be fixed or floating
- Work near and on the water
- Safely move on, off and in vessels during various tide and weather conditions
Pay and Benefits
The anticipated pay rate for this position is $19/hr. This position is eligible to participate in valued Brunswick benefit offerings including 401k (up to 4% match), wellbeing program, and product purchase discounts.
About Freedom Boat Club
Freedom Boat Club – the world’s largest members-only boat club – was founded in 1989 in Sarasota, Florida. Today, the Clubs 400+ locations welcome hundreds of members to its docks each day to enjoy a day on the water while we take care of the rest including fueling, cleaning, maintenance, and more.
About Brunswick
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
Why Brunswick
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.