Crew Member Paddle Club (next to UW campus)

Get paid to work on the water; yes it will be fun, no it won’t be an easy job 🌊

We’re building a tight, high-energy crew for a premium paddle club on Lake Union / Portage Bay. If you’re the kind of person who’d rather be outside than behind a desk, enjoys meeting people, and takes pride in running a smooth operation, you’ll fit right in.
This is not a “sit around” rental shack job. It’s part hospitality, part operations, part adventure.

The Role (a.k.a. What You Actually Do)
Get guests checked in and on the water quickly
Launch/receive boards like you’ve done it a thousand times (we’ll train you)
Deliver safety briefings that are short, clear, and confident
Reset gear fast so the next group isn’t waiting
Keep the dock looking dialed, not chaotic
Stay calm and efficient during peak rush (it will get busy)

What We’re Looking For
You show up on time, every time
You are positive, outgoing, and reliable (this matters most)
You can talk to anyone without it feeling forced with good common sense
You notice what needs to be done without being told
You take pride in doing things the right way, not the easy way
You can move with urgency and purpose when it gets busy
You are comfortable around the water (paddle experience is a plus, not required)

Green Flags (we like these)
You’ve worked in hospitality, fitness, or outdoor work experience
You love watersports, boating, or lifeguard background
You’ve worked a fast-paced job and enjoyed it
You’re comfortable around water (expertise not required)
You’ve sold something before or know how to recommend upgrades (you will get paid)
CPR / First Aid certified

Red Flags (this won’t work if…)
You’re late. 
You need to be given direction what to do every 10 minutes
You panic when multiple customers show up at once
You think this is a “hang out by the water” job

Schedule
Part-time and full-time roles available
Weekends are non-negotiable
Summer afternoons/evenings = game time
Sunrise-to-sunset operations (8 hour shifts)
Flexibility is a must

Pay & Perks
$20–$28/hour + tips + performance incentives
Incentives for rental volume, memberships, & add-ons
Free paddle time
Work outside on the water, stay active, meet good people
Tight crew, good energy, high standards

Why This Job Is Different
Most rental jobs are chaotic and have low standards. We run a clean, efficient, high-quality operation where customers actually enjoy the experience and come back.
You’re not just handing out boards. You’re part of the experience.

How to Apply
Send us:
Your availability (be honest)
A few sentences on why you’d be good at this
Any relevant experience

Bonus: tell us your favorite place to be on the water.