Driver Guide Open Top Touring
Driver Guide Open Top Touring
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Job Description
What will be your daily pursuit
Your daily pursuit is ensuring positive guest experiences and interactions by delivering unique interpretive content in a fun and engaging way while simultaneously operating a commercial vehicle in a safe manner.
What will your compensation be
- This is a union position. The wages offered will be in line with our collective bargaining agreement.
- Driver training will be provided for the right candidate. Training wage is $17.50 per hour.
When does this adventure begin
This job is posted as part of our seasonal hiring for Spring/Summer 2025. The contract dates for this position are April 222025 to September 28 2025.
What perks can you expect
- Join an inclusive global team and make lifelong connections.
- Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50 off for friends.
- Get discounts on hotel stays dining and retail.
- Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources.
What will you do in this job
- Driver Guide: someone who leads a group through interpretative experience while safely operating a commercial vehicle. Following road laws is courteous to other drivers and sets a good example on the road.
- An Open Top Touring Driver Guide is more than just a regular driver guide they are memory makers developers of entertaining educational experiences purveyors of authentic passion and smile providers.
- Follow all instructions regarding operations from base and coordinators while staying on time and schedule.
- Complete pre and posttrip vehicle inspections at the compound.
- Have a good understanding of tour route and content to deliver a unique interpretive experience in a fun safe and engaging way during 90minute loops.
- Greet guests welcome them onboard and be responsible for their safety both while on the tour and at designated stops ensuring that all guests are accounted for.
- Prepare for tours including printing passenger manifests preparing beverage service and cleaning/sanitizing vehicles.
- Maintaining all logs and/or paperwork required by Transport Canada on a daily basis including Vehicle Inspection Report and Electronic Logging Device and/or Driver Logbook
- Wear a unique uniform while using provided props and materials to bring content to life.
- Performing Pursuit Adventure Centre / Transportation Desk Agent duties including ticket sales retail sales of merchandise operating the PointofSale system and cash handling including cashins/outs.
- Assist with cleaning of the vehicle at the end of each day and practicing proper storage of vehicle and supplies.
- Be attuned to weather patterns and determine canvas roof requirements safely removing or installing the roof as needed and securing it properly. Some overhead heavy lifting is required.
- Additional responsibilities and roles within Brewster Transportation.
- Act as an ambassador for Open Top Touring Pursuit the town of Banff and Banff National Park.
This job description describes this role at a high level but no document can anticipate every single task issue or project that could come up. We work as a team and believe that we succeed together these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole.
To handle this job successfully any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help individuals perform their job. This job is based in Banff Alberta Canada. Relocation to the area and the legal ability to work in Canada is required.
What skills and experience do you need for this job
- Position is contingent upon successful completion of training and acquisition of Alberta Class 4 Drivers License.
- Safetyminded with an Alberta Class 4 drivers license and valid Commercial Drivers Abstract
- Alberta Class 4 is a commercial license for 24passenger vehicles. To obtain this license you need to pass a Driver Medical and a written knowledge test that shows that you know the rules of the road. Driver training will be provided as well as assistance in obtaining an Alberta Class 4 drivers license.
- Ability to comply with National Safety Code regulations US Department of Transport regulations Transport Canada regulations and our corporate policies including Drug and Alcohol policies.
- Fluent in English knowledge of a second language is an asset but not mandatory.
- Works well independently but also in a team environment.
- Organized punctual hardworking and driven with conflict resolution skills and the ability to multitask.
- Experience in guest focus and group management.
- Natural storyteller and acting or theatrical background an asset.
- Have a positive attitude with a dynamic outgoing engaging animated and energetic personality and the ability to connect with multiple groups of people.
- Adaptability and flexibility in daytoday operations
- Passion for travel and people with an interest in the tourism / hospitality sector of the Canadian Rockies.
- Knowledge of Canadian History an asset but not mandatory
- Valid First Aid an asset
- To honor our commitment to be Always Honest all employees must consent to a criminal record check.
What will your work environment be like
- Beautiful.Youllbeworkingintheiconicunforgettableand inspiring location.Regardless of what your role is with usyoullreally get the chance to explore andsee amazing scenery and wildlifewithin the Canadian Rockies.
- Fun.Youllbe meeting team members from across the globe and get toparticipatein tons of team events.
- Independent.Youllspend your days in and aroundour amazing properties.
- Remote. Our home is filled with trees lakes and bluebird skies; rather than buildings freeways and smog.
- Busy. You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking stair climbing bending reaching lifting (up to 50 pounds withassistance as
We work as a team and believe that we succeed together these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole.
EEO
Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race colour age religion gender sexual orientation disability veteran status and other protected characteristics.
Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in Canada to apply and join our inclusive team!
We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equitydeserving groups. If you are unable to complete the application process online or if you require accommodation related to a protected ground under the Canadian Human Rights Act during the application or hiring process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at or drop in to one of our offices to hand in a resume if you do not have access to a computer.We thank all candidates for their interest; however please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Employment Type
Temp
