Marine Vessel Guide 2024

Job Summary

Guiding Interpretive Marine tours on the west coast of Vancouver Island by zodiac and covered vessels

Responsibilities and Duties

Duties

- Operate 12 passenger vessel – zodiac and covered vessels

- Knowledge required - whales, marine mammals, bears, rainforest ecosystem.

- Hosting clients pre / post trip and dealing with their concerns

- Medical checks and boarding procedures

- Prepare people for being on the water

- Check guest's floater suits are worn correctly:Operate marine activity in a safe manner

• Carry and know how to use all on-board equipment
• Wear a PFD at all times while on the water
• Lead group on interpretive boat tour
• Wash / Maintain / repair equipment

- Report vessel operation problems to supervisor

- Complete vessel log at end of day.

Job Type: Seasonal March - October / June - September

Number of positions: 2

Salary: $19.00 to $30.00 /hour

Qualifications and Skills

Successful candidate for this guiding position will hold the following qualifications;

• SVOP
• Marine Emergency Duties A3
• Marine Basic First Aid
• Restricted Operator Certificate (GMDSS)
• Job Type: Full time seasonal

Accommodations available for successful applicant.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months

Salary: $19.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Housing allowance

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Tips

Licence/Certification:

• SVOP / SDV-BS / Marine Basic 1st aid / ROC(M) (required)

Work Location: In person