Freedom Boat Club - Boating Instructor at Punta Gorda Burnt Store, FL

Posted:
9/19/2024, 11:32:25 PM

Location(s):
Punta Gorda, Florida, United States ⋅ Florida, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support ⋅ IT & Security

Are you ready for what’s next?  

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Do you love working outside and near the water? See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

As part of the talented Freedom Boat Club team, you will be working by the water, with our large variety fleet of boats, as a customer-focused team member! Freedom Boat Club is the nation’s oldest and largest private member boat club, and we are looking for friendly and upbeat individuals to greet members and work on the docks. This position is part-time and requires availability on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

We are currently looking to add a highly customer-focused US Coast Guard Captain to our training staff. We are looking for a dynamic individual to handle training and on-boarding our club members through classroom and on the water training.

At Brunswick & Freedom Boat Club, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. 

Essential Functions:

- Candidates must hold a US Coast Guard Captains License.

- Previous instructor experience is also highly desirable.

- Must pass a background check and drug screening

- Valid driver's license and good driving record

- Boating experience in and around boats is required

- Check in / Finalize with a tablet of vessels with members

- Moving from docks to boats and vice versa, unstable & wet surfaces.  Large drops (~4ft) down to vessels & back up to dock

- Stand for long periods of time

- Professional appearance and uniform required

- Outside elements work place (Heat, Rain, Cold, general extreme weather elements)

- Vision adequate to read / manipulate hand held computer tablets

- Electronics knowledge & utilization (Smartphone/tablet)

- Ability to maintain a calm, positive attitude during periods of high activity

- Highly effective communications skills and friendly customer service is absolutely required

- Must be a self-starter and capable of working unsupervised

- High attention to detail

- Handle minor member mishaps or incidents while maintaining friendly disposition

- Red Carpet Level of Treatment to members and guests

- Adhere to all safety policies

- Professional communication skills with co-workers, corporate, and members

- Speaking with potential members about the club

- Maintain a cooperative, team attitude in working with supervisors and fellow employees

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

  • Pass a background check and drug screen
  • Have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
  • Ability to regularly complete the physical demands of the role including bending, kneeling, balancing and carrying equipment up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to read and manipulate handheld tablets
  • Availability to regularly work weekdays, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to adhere to all safety policies

Next is Now!  


We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] for support. 

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