Kayak/Paddleboard Attendant

Kiawah Island Golf Resort consistently ranks as one of the country’s top resorts. It is home to The Sanctuary, one of the only Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond hotels in South Carolina, as well as nearly 500 private villas and luxury homes, and five championship golf courses, including The Ocean Course. We strive to enhance southern hospitality by taking care of our employees and guests. 

Come work for Kiawah Island’s Nature Program as a Summer Kayak Attendant. Enjoy the freedom of working outdoors, running the Nature Program’s unique kayak rental program.

Benefits:

• Hourly Rate plus Tips!
• Seasonal Opportunity!
• Employee Meal Program
• Discounts on Golf, Tennis, Accommodations, Dining & More
• Work in absolute paradise!

Expectations & Responsibilities:

Ability to:

• Prepare Kayaks or SUPs for guest use
• Provide guests with paddle safety and general information in a friendly/courteous manner within the standards of Kiawah Island Golf Resort.
• Monitor launch site area, distribute life jackets while ensuring proper usage, conduct water patrols if necessary, drain kayaks, clean exterior/interior of kayaks, properly maintain/clean all stand-up paddle boards, and follow all closing procedures.
• Handle money and maintain accurate records (including daily deposits, collecting rental fees, giving accurate change, and assisting guests with rental form agreements).
• Maintain rental fleet to be in the best condition possible.
• Monitor all activities at the rental site and keep the area clean, safe and orderly.
• Report all unsafe conditions and equipment, such as paddles, life jackets, etc. to supervisor.
• Work with minimal supervision, utilizing deductive reasoning and relying on proper procedures.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds across short-medium distance
• Capable of working consecutive hours without sitting down.
• Able to perform physically demanding duties outdoors while enduring extreme heat and humidity.
• Must be able to work on site due to daily needs of the job requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to give the best customer service possible
• Prior experience with kayaking and SUP
• Good arithmetic skills and neat handwriting
• Ability to work outside in all conditions (hot/humid weather, rain, and direct sunshine)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Strong ability to communicate to the public and give accurate instruction
• Flexible schedule, including weekend and holiday work

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Graduation (strongly preferred)
• CPR and First Aid certifications (preferred)
• Ability to occasionally handle a small motorboat (preferred)
• Prior experience with customer service (preferred)

Employee Housing

As a benefit to seasonal staff, KIGR offers optional employee housing. Due to the resort’s location, the housing options are limited and all are located off-island (approximately 25 miles) and requires residents to have personal transportation in order to get to/from work. Work transportation (to/from work ONLY) may be able to be arranged for a minor additional cost made via payroll deduction. All housing is shared – with two (2) residents per bedroom.

Details:

• Housing is offered on a “first come, first serve” basis and requires a $300 security deposit to be remitted 60 days prior to moving in. If job offer is received within the   60-day window, the deposit is required to be provided ASAP to ensure space is reserved.
• Cost for housing varies based on the apartment complex, size of the unit and number of residents living within the apartment. Average rate is $150 – $165 / week (or $300-$330 per paycheck, as we are paid bi-weekly.)
• Payment for housing is made bi-weekly via payroll deduction.
• Payment includes accommodation, furniture rental and basic utilities (Internet and cable is  tenant responsibility).
• Shared housing residents will be assigned roommates at the Resort’s discretion. Requests honored, if availability allows.