Naturalist/first Mate

Guest Services, Inc.

Flamingo, FL, United States
Base: 14.00 usd hourly; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Educate passengers on marine life
Assist captain with vessel operations
Perform pre and post-trip cleaning
Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute boat tours, presenting information on marine mammals, birds and general ecology

Job Summary

  • Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute boat tours, presenting information on marine mammals, birds and general ecology.
  • The Naturalist is also the acting First Mate on the vessel, responsible to help the Captain in any way.
  • Guest Services has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the United States.

Matching Summary

Boat Naturalists are expected to educate, inform and monitor all passengers during our 90 minute boat tours, presenting information on marine mammals, birds and general ecology.

Salary

Base: 14.00 USD Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Educate passengers on marine life
  • Assist Captain with vessel operations
  • Perform pre and post-trip cleaning
  • Monitor passenger safety and comfort
  • Public speaking and communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service oriented
  • Team-oriented work ethic
  • Enjoy educating diverse audiences
  • Continuous learning on local ecology

Key Requirements

  • Partial High School education
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Florida Boaters Safety Course
  • Background in natural sciences preferred
  • Working knowledge of boats
  • Experience working on open water

Work Rights

Not specified

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