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At River City Outdoors, we believe everyone should have access to safe and inviting outdoor experiences. To create that reality, we need people with a similar conviction and the skills to make it happen.
Interested in joining our team? See our current job openings below.
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Boat Rental Associate at Big Muddy Adventures at The Boathouse at Forest Park
Big Muddy Adventures at the Boathouse serves as one of the locations for River City Outdoors’ rental operations. Situated on Post Dispatch Lake at the Boathouse in Forest Park, we offer paddle boat, canoe, kayak, bicycle, and paddle board rentals, as well as host special events, educational programs, and fitness activities. With a focus on safety, enjoyment, and fostering a love for the outdoors, Big Muddy Adventures at the Boathouse aims to create memorable experiences for all, from beginners to seasoned adventurers.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a friendly, enthusiastic individual to join our team as a part-time, seasonal Boat Rental Associate. The Boat Rental Associate will facilitate daily operations, ensure positive customer experiences, and support special events and programming. This fun position offers the opportunity to work outside and interact with customers and fellow crew members as you assist with rentals.
Daily operations include assisting customers to get in and out of boats, outfitting and orienting guests with appropriate equipment and life jackets, processing payments, and performing facility and equipment maintenance and cleaning.
If you’re enthusiastic about outdoor recreation and dedicated to helping others explore and enjoy the natural beauty of our region, we’d love to have you on our team!
Responsibilities
- Assist customers with boat rental inquiries, occasional group reservations, and payments.
- Assist in loading and unloading boats.
- Provide safety briefings and instructions to customers on the proper use of equipment, safety protocols, and PFDs.
- Ensure all rental equipment and boats are in good working condition, clean and properly stored.
- Assist with special events, educational programs, and fitness activities.
- Uphold company policies and procedures to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all customers.
- Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a professional and courteous manner.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility, equipment, and surrounding areas.
Qualifications
- Although swimming is not a allowed or encouraged at Post Dispatch Lake, crew members should be able to swim well enough to stay afloat in the event they accidentally fall in to the lake.
- Previous experience in customer service or a related field preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Basic knowledge of boating safety practices and procedures preferred, but not required.
- Comfortable working in an outdoor environment in a variety of conditions and capable of lifting and carrying heavy equipment.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Applicants should be comfortable working on or around water. Occasionally paddling various watercraft is required.
-Employment at BMA involves strenuous activity including, but not limited to heavy lifting, walking, pushing, pulling, working outside in hot/cold temperatures, sun exposure and extreme weather.
Benefits
- Hourly wages $14-$16/hour + tips
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Great company culture!
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
- Employee discounts and access to Big Muddy Adventures river trips.
- Training and support provided to enhance job skills and knowledge.
Schedule
- Flexible schedule
- Season Runs April through October
- Weekend shifts required.
Work Location
In-person at The Boathouse at Forest Park
Job Types
Part-time, Seasonal
Pay
$14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours
10 – 30 per week
Benefits
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Shift
Day shift
Application Question(s)
In the event that you fall into the water, are you able to swim well enough to self rescue?
Educational Programming
If you are passionate about the outdoors and enjoy working in a customer-focused environment, we encourage you to apply to Big Muddy Adventures at Simpson Lake by submitting your resume via indeed or filling out an application via the link below.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
River City Outdoors is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the community.
Boat Rental Associate at Simpson Lake
Big Muddy Adventures at Simpson Lake serves as one of the locations for River City Outdoors’ rental operations. Situated on Simpson Lake in Simpson Park, a St. Louis County Park in Valley Park, MO, we offer canoe, kayak, and paddle board rentals, as well as host special events, educational programs, and fitness activities. With a focus on safety, enjoyment, and fostering a love for the outdoors, Big Muddy Adventures at Simpson Lake creates memorable experiences for all, from beginners to seasoned adventurers.
Position Overview
Big Muddy Adventures at Simpson Lake is seeking a part-time seasonal Boat Wrangler to assist our rental operations at Simpson Lake Park. The Boat Wrangler will facilitate daily operations, ensure positive customer experiences, and support special events and programming. This fun position offers the opportunity to work outside in a beautiful park.
Daily operations include loading boats on and off of boat racks, carrying boats from the racks to the water and back, helping customers to get in and out of boats, carrying paddling gear from the trailer to the lake, and processing payments.
If you’re enthusiastic about outdoor recreation and dedicated to helping others explore and enjoy the natural beauty of our region, we’d love to have you on our team!
Responsibilities
- Assist customers with boat rental inquiries, occasional group reservations, and payments.
- Assist in loading and unloading boats.
- Provide safety briefings and instructions to customers on the proper use of equipment, safety protocols, and PFDs.
- Ensure all rental equipment and boats are in good working condition, clean and properly stored.
- Assist with special events, educational programs, and fitness activities.
- Perform end of shift drawer settlement.
- Uphold company policies and procedures to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all customers.
- Handle customer inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a professional and courteous manner.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of rental trailer and surrounding areas.
Qualifications
- Although swimming is not a allowed or encouraged at Simpson Lake, crew members should be able to swim well enough to stay afloat in the event they accidentally fall in to the lake.
- Previous experience in customer service or a related field preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Basic knowledge of boating safety practices and procedures preferred, but not required.
- Comfortable working in an outdoor environment in a variety of conditions and capable of lifting and carrying heavy equipment.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Applicants should be comfortable working on or around water. Occasionally paddling various watercraft is required.
-Employment at BMA involves strenuous activity including, but not limited to heavy lifting, walking, pushing, pulling, working outside in hot/cold temperatures, sun exposure and extreme weather.
Benefits
- Hourly wages $20/hour + tips
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Great company culture!
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
- Employee discounts and access to Big Muddy Adventures river trips.
- Training and support provided to enhance job skills and knowledge.
Schedule
- Flexible schedule Thursday-Sunday
- Season Runs April through October
- Weekend shifts required.
Work Location
In-person at Simpson Lake
Job Types
Part-time, Seasonal
Pay
$20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours
10 – 30 per week
Benefits
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Shift
Day shift
Application Question(s)
In the event that you fall into the water, are you able to swim well enough to self rescue?
Work Location
In-person at Simpson Lake
Educational Programming
If you are passionate about the outdoors and enjoy working in a customer-focused environment, we encourage you to apply to Big Muddy Adventures at Simpson Lake. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
River City Outdoors is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the community.