• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Work site environment

Outdoors

Tasks

Drive sightseeing or tour vehicle Collect administration or entrance fees Co-ordinate recreation activities Describe points of interest, answer questions and supply information Resolve itinerary and other problems Ensure and monitor luggage transfers Assist clients with check-in procedures for accomodation and/or transportation Utilize microphones or other communication device to provide directions and other pertinent information to visitors Co-ordinate activities with local tour guides or leaders of performance groups Provide information on tipping customs, currency exchange rates, metric conversion and other details Sell souvenirs Conduct guided tours of museums, gallery exhibitions and historical, heritage and other sites, answer inquiries and provide information Transport or escort individuals or groups on tours of cities, waterways and industrial and other establishments

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate

Type of guide

Escorted group travel guide Escorted individual travel guide Step-on local guide Meet and greet local guide On-site local guide Driver-guide, local Walking tour guide

Tours focus

Historical sites Sightseeing Bus tours Walking tours

Geographical areas of specialization

Canada

Security and safety

Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver\'s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Repetitive tasks Physically demanding Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Initiative Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Punctuality Outgoing

Health benefits

Dental plan Health care plan

Financial benefits

Bonus Life insurance