The Best Summer Job In New York City
Spend the summer by the water and bring the joy of paddlesports to New York City. Manhattan Kayak is a real community of awesome people who love having fun outdoors. Join our team to have the best time of your life!
Work at our central location in the Hudson River Park near Times Square. Play a leading role in rentals, classes and trips for both first-timers and experts from around the world. Boats include sea kayaks, surf skis, sit-on-top kayaks, outrigger canoes, and stand up paddle boards.
Sea Kayak Guide!
Responsibilities
- Lead river trips ranging from 1 mile to 30 miles based on your experience level
- Teach essentials of paddling and safety on-land and on-water
- Check-in, outfit, launch and land paddlers
- Understand and adapt plans based on tidal currents, weather, and marine traffic
- Set up and care for boats and gear
Required Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- On-water guiding experience
- Able to lift and carry kayaks and paddle boards
- CPR and First Aid certs or able to attain them
- ACA or BCU kayaking or paddle boarding certs or able to attain them
Nice to Haves
- Local on-water knowledge of NYC waterways
- Person who enjoys captivating and entertaining other people
- Sensitivity toward people of different cultures and personalities
Flexible Hours 🙂
Part-time including weekends until mid October. Enjoy a flexible schedule. Hours vary based on our activity schedule, the weather and your schedule
Pay and Benefits
- $17 per hour for entry-level to $30 for seasoned experts
- 100% of gratuities for all activities you participate in
- 50% reimbursement of your paddling gear and external training costs
- All activities for you and your family for free
- Free personal kayak storage or board storage to regular guides
- Have the best time of your life!
Customer Service Representative!
Responsibilities
- Answer questions from visitors and respond to email, chat and phone
- Check-in, outfit, launch and land paddlers
- Present how to use the paddle and boat
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the boathouse and gear
- Carry kayaks and boards up and down the gangway
Required
- Empathy and calmness in fast-paced situations
- Excellent English speaking and writing skills
- Familiarity with Google Suite
- Able to lift 30 pounds
Nice To Haves
- Experience in services, sales, hospitality or fitness
- Experience in kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing, rowing, swimming or dancing
Flexible Hours
Part-time including weekends from May until October. Enjoy a flexible schedule. Hours vary based on our activity schedule, the weather and your schedule
Pay and Benefits
- $16 per hour for entry-level to $22 for seasoned experts
- 100% of gratuities for all activities you participate in
- 50% reimbursement of your paddling gear and external training costs
- All activities for you and your family for free
- Have the best time of your life!