2026 Retail Sales Associate

Outdoor Retail Sales Associate

We are currently hiring retail sales associates for full and part-time seasonal positions. We generally hire between March - May, however, we accept applications year-round. Our retail shop is open year-round which compliments our instructional clinics generally run from April-October.

Minimum Qualifications for Retail Sales Associates

  • A flexible "can do" attitude
  • Outdoor Retail experience, especially in paddlesport equipment, is preferred but not required
  • Outdoor enthusiast with an interest in kayaking, canoeing and other water activities
  • Comfort with retail software and computer proficiency
  • Comfort with answering phones and talking directly with customers
  • Polite, courteous, and professional
  • Embrace feedback as a vehicle to self-awareness and growth
  • Embrace our Core Values

Responsibilities

Shifts and schedules vary, and our scheduling process is very flexible, accommodating staff seeking seasonal full or part-time employment. Weekend availability a must. A multiplicity of roles and responsibilities fall under the umbrella of the Paddlesports department, all of which will be discussed during the interview. Universal responsibilities are:

  • Punctuality and ready to work when you arrive
  • Ambassador to our guests. Helping to create a positive atmosphere
  • Exercising sound judgment and professional behavior on and/or off the water
  • Seeing your work through to completion

Benefits

This isn't just a job, it's part of a lifestyle that values culture, community, connection, and relationships. We celebrate this community with monthly staff parties, staff trips, and outings. Advocating for our programming is part of the job, and as a staff member, you'll have the opportunity to raft, zip, kayak, SUP, bike for no cost. In addition, we offer flexible scheduling, discounts, pro-deals, comp trips and photos for friends and family, free clinics, competitive pay, lunch daily, and great co-workers.

Training

Each new employee is required to attend training sessions and complete their employment paperwork before they can start working.

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