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Welcome to the Venture Outdoors team!
It may take 20-30 minutes to complete and upload all the paperwork and clearances you need in order to begin your employment with us.

DOWNLOAD FORMS

Please download these forms to fill out using the links below. Save the forms locally to your desktop, then upload below.

  1. 2024 Employee Packet
  2. 2024 W-4
  3. I-9 Fillable Pdf
  4. PA Residency Form
  5. 2024 KP Employee Handbook 
  6. KP Handbook Acknowledgement

REFERENCE

Clearances How-To for Employees

Questions? Need Help? Don’t hesitate to contact your supervisor!

Minors

Minors onboarding for Boathouse or Dockside Crew roles:

All candidates less than 18 years of age require must obtain a work permit to begin work. To obtain a work permit, visit the office at the candidate’s school to obtain an application (or print and complete the application below).

  1. Application for Work Permit
  2. Parental Acknowledgement Form – KP 2024
Resources:

PA State Law FAQs relating to employment of minors: https://www.education.pa.gov/Pages/Codes%20and%20Regulations/Child-Labor-Law.aspx

Federal Laws relating to employment of minors: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/youthrules

Abstract of the Child Labor Act Hours of work Provisions: https://www.dli.pa.gov/Documents/Mandatory%20Postings/llc-5.pdf

 

Employees returning from previous seasons:

Please review, update, and upload the following as needed. Existing information will be utilized if not updated, excluding any expired certifications, clearances, or IDs. These forms can be found linked above

  • Complete and upload the recent year hiring packet
  • Review Kayak Pittsburgh Handbook
  • Update certifications as needed (generally every 2 years)
  • Update clearances as needed (generally every 5 years)
  • Upload any IDs to replace any that have expired since last employment
Name(Required)
1. What position have you accepted?(Required)
Drop files here or
Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 10.

    We know many people don't have checks these days. But use this space to upload a photo that verifies your direct deposit information.

    This can include:
    1. Screenshot of bank account info from your banking mobile app (most common)
    2. Photo of voided check
    3. Deposit ticket
    4. Any other bank document or account verification
    Drop files here or
    Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 1.

      Form W-4

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      Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 4.

        Form I-9

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        Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 4.

          You have two options for verification:
          1. Passport ONLY

          OR

          2. Driver's license + SS card OR birth certificate
          Drop files here or
          Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 4.

            PA Residency Certification Form

            You can leave the "PSD Code" and EIT Rate" spaces blank
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            Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 4.

              Clearances

              Boathouse Crew:
              1. PA Criminal Background Check
              2. PA Child Abuse Background Check

              Dockside Crew:
              1. PA Criminal Background Check
              2. PA Child Abuse Background Check
              5. First Aid/CPR certification (current)

              Paddle Excursionists / Hub Supervisors:
              1. PA Criminal Background Check
              2. PA Child Abuse Background Check
              3. FBI Fingerprinting from the Dept. of Education
              5. First Aid/CPR certification (current)
              Drop files here or
              Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 12.

                Kayak Pittsburgh Employee Handbook

                Please read and review the Kayak Pittsburgh Handbook. Attach just the one page Acknowledgement form that can be found at the top of the page.
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                Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 1.

                  For Minors

                  Required for Minors
                  Please submit:
                  1. Work Permit
                  2. Parental Acknowledgement Form
                  Drop files here or
                  Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 6.

                    (Optional) Any other documents

                    Use this space to upload other documents if you already have them, including:
                    1. Mandated Reporter Training
                    2. First Aid/CPR certification
                    3. ACA Certifications
                    4. Any other relevant certifications
                    Drop files here or
                    Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 12.
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