Sea Kayak Guide Instructor Employment and Kayaking Jobs

Alaska Sea Kayakers is committed to the training and education
of its staff to create an arena of professional excellence.

Working Conditions:
First year guides can expect a steady diet of yard work and guiding day trips, to gain adequate experience to lead extended trips, in their second season. 

First year guides can expect to earn between seven and ten thousand dollars, depending on start/end dates, and commitment to daily work.

We work in a temperate coastal rainforest environment. It is critical that all employees are comfortable enough to lead our clientele in these challenging conditions.

Medical Qualifications:
As a condition of hire you must have as a minimum, an up to date Wilderness First Aid Card or better.

Training:
The costs associated with training, assessment and testing, will be paid by each employee. We require, at a minimum, a BCU 2Star certification (representing beginning skill levels) and certificate of completion of The Canoe Safety Test (this one is always an eye opener). These "bare minimum" certifications will allow us effective in-house communication and a basis for on the water thinking. Each employee will be required to register with the BCU to receive documentation of these, and any other certifications. More advanced certifications will be made available, and required, with additional years of service.

These training costs will amount to approximately $300. Less, if training exercises are expedited by a strong class.

For those who fulfill the terms of their employment, some or all of these training costs may be rebated to you once you gain sea kayak guide instructor employment.

Housing:
Affordable housing is available in Whittier to those who are interested. Or Alaska Sea Kayakers will provide a tent platform in "tent city" for $150, for the season. Shower and laundry is available at our harbor facility.

Pro deals:
ASK has pro purchasing agreements with: Patagonia, Arcteryx and Kokotat.

• All new hires subject to pre employment drug screening.
• All new hires will be employed on a probationary basis.
• All new hires are required to sign terms of employment.
• Point of hire is Whittier, Alaska. 

Alaska Sea Kayakers offers hard work, low pay, and little personal recognition.
(You probably don't want this job.)

Alaska Sea Kayakers shows a strong preference to hiring Alaskan residents.
(You probably won't get this job.)

Alaska Sea Kayakers doesn't cotton to any whiners.
(Be careful what you wish for.)

Alaska Sea Kayakers fosters an atmosphere of professional and personal growth. Those who have taken employment with us, have found a fast paced, energetic, and fulfilling experience.

"All Things Can Be Found At Sea,
According to the Spirit of your Quest"

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