Freedom Boat Club - Boating Instructor at Clarks Hill Marina

Position Overview

As part of the talented Freedom Boat Club training team, the Instructor trains and onboards our club members through virtual classroom and on-the-water training. This is a part-time role with flexible hours and requires availability on weekdays and weekends as needed.

Work through end of season with us and receive a $1,000 Retention Bonus. If you have availability to work through the end of season, you could be eligible to receive an end of season bonus. If you meet eligibility requirements, you would receive a $1,000 retention bonus after season ends.

2025 End of Season: $1,000 Retention Bonus.

• Greet and welcome new members
• Organize and effectively conduct member classroom and on-the-water training on various skills, policies, and compliance areas
• Identify areas where additional training is required and/or beneficial
• Record training certifications in the Reservation system
• Maintain a professional appearance and uniform
• Handle minor member mishaps or incidents while maintaining a friendly disposition
• Provide a high level of service to members and guests
• Discuss the Club with potential members
• Adhere to all safety policies

• US Coast Guard Captain's License
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Boating experience in or around boats
• Vision adequate to read/manipulate handheld computer tablets
• Electronics knowledge and utilization (smartphone/tablet)
• Ability to maintain a calm, positive attitude during periods of high activity
• Cooperative, team attitude in working with supervisors and fellow employees
• Highly effective communication skills and friendly customer service
• Professional communication with co-workers, corporate, and members
• Self-starter and capable of working unsupervised
• High attention to detail

• Previous instructor experience is highly desirable

• Moving from docks to boats and vice versa; unstable and wet surfaces; large drops (~4 ft) down to vessels and back up to dock
• Stand for long periods of time
• Outdoor elements workplace (heat, rain, cold, and other weather elements)
• Work in a marina setting on docks that may be fixed or floating
• Work near and on the water
• Safe movement on, off, and in vessels during various tide and weather conditions

Anticipated pay rate for this position is $30.00/hr. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Brunswick is not typically at the top end of the salary range for a given role; compensation depends on qualifications and context.

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we are committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick benefit offerings including 401k (up to 4% match), wellbeing program, and product purchase discounts.

Freedom Boat Club – the world’s largest members-only boat club – was founded in 1989 in Sarasota, Florida. Today, the Clubs 400+ locations welcome hundreds of members to its docks each day to enjoy a day on the water while we take care of the rest including fueling, cleaning, maintenance, and more. Freedom Boat Club, a division of Brunswick Corporation, continues to be a passionate group focused on raising the bar in everything we do.

We are always looking for hardworking, motivated, and competitive people who share our passion for getting others out on the open waters. To learn more about open positions within Freedom Boat Club, please visit the Brunswick Corporation Careers page.

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.

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