Job Description

Do you love the outdoors? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, exciting work environment? Are you looking to make friends with people from all over the world? Do you have a positive attitude and solid work ethic? Are you seeking upward mobility and growth opportunities?

The Oleta River Outdoor Center, part of the BG Signature Parks family is looking for self-driven, energetic Recreation Attendant to join our phenomenal team. We are located inside Oleta River State Park in North Miami Beach.

At Oleta River Outdoor Center we depend on our team members to help guests find their ultimate experience—all while working to protect and preserve the park for future generations. When you join our Team, you will be a proud steward of the park. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests. Whether you are new to the workforce, looking to build your resume, or a post-career adventure seeker.

Description:

A recreation attendant pays $15/hour plus tips (company average for tips is $5/hour). We offer Paid Time Off after 1 year of service. We have six holidays a year that pay time and a half if they are worked. We offer food and retail discounts. Our employees are allowed to use the rental equipment (kayaks, bikes, and SUP) free of charge.

The recreation attendant position at Oleta River Outdoors involves strong customer service skills. This position is responsible for assisting and orienting the guests who rent the kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddle boards, as well as bicycles. Recreation attendants clean and maintain the rental equipment, and provide assistance with our tours and other park related activities. This position also performs grounds-keeping, cleaning, and other duties as assigned. 

Our ideal candidate loves working outdoors, working in the heat and not affected by the summer heat. They must be ambitious, self-driven, personable and reliable. Takes initiative at the tasks at hand and has great customer service skills. MUST be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Experience in paddle sports and bikes is a plus, but not needed. We are open 365 days out of the year. Must be available to work one weekend day.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all upkeep and inventory of rental equipment (kayaks, paddle-boards, canoes, beach chairs, umbrellas, paddles, and PFDs)
• Kayak launch labor: Pulling kayaks, canoes, paddle boards from racks and preparing for customers
• Distributing paddles and life jackets to guests; washing PFDs upon return
• Cashiering; processing transactions, opening and closing register
• Assisting customers with equipment and providing directions on a map as well as freely.
• Explain to all guests the rental and safety guidelines
• Have all guests complete a liability form, and verify completion after. Must have understanding of basic liability laws.
• All equipment has its place. End of each shift equipment must be put away and secured, and verified by manager.
• Keep rental station clean and organized
• Keep launch area organized throughout shift; keep an eye on equipment throughout day.
• Clean all vessels and equipment thoroughly at the end of each shift.
• Availability for weekends and holidays are a must.
• Other duties as required by Management

Qualifications

• Can be outside in direct sun and in heat for a long duration of time.
• Can comfortably lift over 50 lbs.
• Works well in a team and outdoors environment.
• Clean background check
• Reliable Transportation
• CPR/ First Aid is a plus
• Bilingual is a plus
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively
• Basic mathematical skills
• Cash handling experience is a plus

We look forward to receiving your application!

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Summer work, Outdoor, Shift work, Weekend work,

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