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Jobs at Olympic Outdoor Center

A job at Olympic Outdoor Center is the perfect way to spend your summer outside, meet great people, and be part of an awesome team on the water and trails.

Based in beautiful and historic Port Gamble, Washington, we hire seasonal staff to help with kayak tours, instruction, bike and kayak rentals, and storefront operations. If you want a summer job that’s more than just work — and gets you outside doing something meaningful — we’d love to have you on the team!

Become a part of our diverse team of instructors, tour guides, shop associates, rental staff and managers! Embrace the outdoors and inspire others with your love for teaching. Connect with us to learn about the exciting openings available.

We’re looking for team members who are:

  • Friendly and dependable
  • Comfortable working outdoors
  • Excited to learn new skills
  • Passionate about adventure and helping others

Working at Olympic Outdoor Center I truly feel excited to wake up for work and feel fulfilled by the end of each day.

Trina Hahn

Instructor and Gear Expert

Current Openings



Operations

Bike Mechanic (Seasonal)

Posted Feb 16, 2026
Full-time / Part-time / Temporary
Port Gamble, Washington
Closes Mar 31, 2026
Olympic Outdoor Center is seeking a Seasonal Bike Mechanic to support our growing bike rental and cycling programs based in Port Gamble, WA. This role is essential to growing our bike services and keeping our rental fleet safe, reliable, and ready for daily adventures. The Bike Mechanic works closely with our operations and programs team to maintain bikes, support customers, and ensure a high-quality rental experience throughout the busy summer season. This is a seasonal position with the ...
Service & Maintenance Mountain Biking
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Administration, Operations

Marketing & Event Coordinator (Seasonal)

Posted Feb 16, 2026
Part-time / Full-time / Temporary
Port Gamble, Washington
Closes Mar 31, 2026
Olympic Outdoor Center is seeking an experienced, organized Marketing & Event Coordinator to lead marketing execution and event coordination during our 40th Anniversary year (1986–2026) and support ongoing programs, tours, classes, rentals, and community events. This role blends marketing, communications, and event coordination. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working across departments to turn plans into clear messaging, smooth events, and consistent cust...
Marketing
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Retail

Outdoor Store Retail Associate

Posted Mar 1, 2026
Part-time
Port Gamble, Washington
Longtime kayak and mountain bike shop in beautiful and historic Port Gamble, Washington is seeking a part-time retail associate to join the team. You will be responsible for selling products, merchandise, and services at our retail storefront, as well as online and over the phone. The ideal candidate should have a passion for outdoor activities and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Sales Rentals Service & Maintenance eCommerce Kayaking Paddleboarding Mountain Biking
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Programs

Bioluminescence Kayak Guide (Seasonal)

Posted Feb 16, 2026
Part-time / Temporary
Port Gamble, Washington
Closes Mar 31, 2026
Olympic Outdoor Center is seeking outgoing, safety-focused Seasonal Bioluminescence Kayak Guides to lead our signature nighttime kayak tours based in Port Gamble. This is a one-of-a-kind guiding role focused on delivering safe, memorable evening experiences as guests paddle under the stars and witness the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence in the waters of the Kitsap Peninsula. Guides are responsible for leading groups on the water after dark, creating a calm and welcoming environment, a...
Guiding Kayaking
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Programs

Naturalist Kayak Guide (Seasonal)

Posted Feb 16, 2026
Part-time / Temporary
Poulsbo, Washington / Port Gamble, Washington
Closes Mar 31, 2026
Olympic Outdoor Center is seeking a knowledgeable, engaging Seasonal Naturalist Kayak Guide to join our guiding team for the summer season. This unique role combines kayaking leadership with environmental interpretation. Naturalist Guides serve as the ecosystem expert on our tours—sharing insights into the marine environment, local wildlife, and the natural phenomenon of bioluminescence. Naturalist Guides lead and support both: • Bioluminescence Night Tours (Port Gamble) • Wildlife & Scenic...
Guiding Kayaking
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Administration, Programs

Programs Manager (Seasonal)

Posted Feb 16, 2026
Full-time / Temporary
Port Gamble, Washington
Closes Mar 31, 2026
The Programs Manager is responsible for the leadership, planning, and execution of all Olympic Outdoor Center programs, including classes, tours, rentals, events, and program locations. This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on instruction and guiding, ensuring programs are safe, high-quality, financially sound, and aligned with Olympic Outdoor Center's mission. The Programs Manager reports directly to the Operations Manager and works closely with operations, retail, seasonal and ma...
Management Marketing Instruction Guiding
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Programs

Rental Associate (Seasonal)

Posted Feb 16, 2026
Full-time / Part-time / Temporary
Port Gamble, Washington / Poulsbo, Washington
Closes Mar 31, 2026
Olympic Outdoor Center is hiring friendly, reliable Seasonal Rental Associates to support our summer kayak and bike rental operations in Poulsbo and Port Gamble. Rental Associates play a key role in creating an outstanding guest experience—from welcoming customers and fitting gear, to preparing equipment and helping visitors launch their outdoor adventure. This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys working outside, staying active, and being part of a fun, fast-paced team environment.
Rentals Kayaking Paddleboarding Mountain Biking
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