10/02/2022
The Aquatics Guide is responsible to deliver industry-leading hospitality standards in the tours and excursions experience
on the Destination. This position engages with Guests and drives a positive working environment with a focus on customer
service and safety in all activities. The Guide specializes in guiding activities such as Zipline, Kayak, Wave Jet, and other
activities as required by the Lead Shore Excursions. The role focuses on Guest safety, responds to any type of emergency,
and performs lifesaving procedures when delivering a tour. The Aquatics Guide may assist with other aquatic activities and
the lifeguard program. This position requires excellent Guest engagement, concentration, strong swimming skills, the
ability to provide CPR/First Aid, knowledge of products and services.
All duties and responsibilities are performed following Royal Caribbean International’s Brand Standards, the Royal Way
philosophy, Company policies, SOPs, Public Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental Guidelines.
This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties performed by the Destination Team Member
occupying this position. All Team Members may be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their
Supervisor or Management. The nature of this job requires daily interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Delivers clear instructions for tours and activities to Guests including but not limited to, boundaries, routes, safety
information, weather concerns, communication procedures, and emergency protocol.
• Helps Guests get fitted for equipment ensuring they are using the correct type and size for each attraction.
• Guides Zipline, Kayak, Wave Jet Tours, etc. in a safe and responsible way.
• Guides and interacts with Guests while identifying elements within the environment.
• Controls large groups of varying abilities and ages. Demonstrates and leads a safety-first culture in all activities.
• Conducts clear and concise briefings and instructions.
• Uses clear and professional communication while using the radio channel provided for the operation.
• Displays advanced time management skills and conducts tours in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates effective teamwork and excellent customer service.
• Turns challenges into opportunities by actively listening to and quickly resolving Guest complaints.
• Acknowledges distress signals, maintains a calm demeanor, and responds actively to any emergency and/or assist if
needed as per Company procedures. Reports any structural and operational issues to the Management.
• Communicates clearly and concisely to Guests, Team Members, and Management in both verbal and written format.
• Maintains communication equipment and ensures it is in good working order.
• Trainsnew Team Members on tour and guiding procedures.
• Cleans and conducts safety checks on all guiding equipment including but not limited to, kayaks, paddleboards,
paddleboats, wave jets, boats, rescue equipment, EZ dock, Zipline equipment, etc.
• Conducts general maintenance of all equipment including but not limited to, kayaks, paddleboards, paddleboats,
wave jets, boats, rescue equipment, EZ dock, dock anchors, and Zipline equipment (i.e., harnesses, safety straps,
carabiners, trolleys, lanyards, ropes, braking system, pulleys, etc.). Removes, replaces, and reportsany malfunctioning
partsto the Management. Writesreports and completes maintenance logs on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Maintains knowledge of all Destination tours and activities to manage customer inquiries.
• Set up and close working areas as per schedule or instructed by the Management.
• Participates in the building or repairing of floating docks, buoy lines, other equipment as directed by the Management.
• Acknowledgesdistress signals and responds actively to any emergency or assists in following Company procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness and integrity of the assigned position. Adheres to a Company confidentiality agreement.
• Maintains Company designated lifeguard certification, fitness level, swimming, rescue, and CPR/First Aid skills.
• Participates in trainings and meetings. Notifies the Manager regarding work schedules and time records.
• Acknowledges and greets Guests, Visitors, and Team Members in public spaces with a warm, friendly greeting.
• Ensures personal appearance, personal hygiene, and uniform appearance are always by Company policy. Maintains
a safe and sanitary environment for guests and fellow Team Members.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Takes care of and ensures all operational equipment is in good condition. Ensures used equipment and tools are
cleaned and properly stored at the end of the day or after completing a task.
• Managesrescue equipment inventory and maintains expert knowledge on how to use it.
• Sells and upsells all revenue-generating products.Reports waste. Actively looks