Trolley Driver/Tour Guide

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Historic Tours of America

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Savannah, Georgia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Operate a trolley on public streets while narrating scripted sightseeing tours to entertain and educate guests. Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain professional communication with dispatch and the public.

Qualifications

You have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record of at least three years, and are at least 21 years old. You will be responsible for driving a trolley on busy public streets while entertaining guests by narrating a scripted sightseeing tour and performing daily vehicle inspections.

Must Have Skills for ATS

CDL

DOT physical

MVR checks

English fluency

Job Description

JOIN OUR HISTORIC TOURS OF AMERICA FAMILY!

Trolley Driver/Tour Guide - Current CDL Drivers $2,500 Sign on Bonus

This position must have a good sense of fun and a desire to entertain and excellent driving skills as they drive a trolley on busy public streets while narrating a sightseeing tour multiple times a work shift. Tour Conductors bring to life the history of America and all of the positive things that it represents.

Have fun driving an Old Town Trolley and sharing the history of our region entertaining visitors while educating them about historic Savannah!

Employee Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $18per hour + tips (average of $25/per hour with gratuities included) + Current CDL Drivers $2,500 Sign on Bonus
  • All FT Employees are eligible for paid vacation time, as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
  • All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for: paid sick time, 401K plan with company matching*, fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year, First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (Employer pays 100%), discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions

Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Key West, Nashville, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, San Antonio, and Washington, DC since 1980!

Start your new Career with Us Today!

*Eligibility requirements may apply


Requirements

Essential Functions

  • Drive in a safe, competent manner a non-air-conditioned trolley on busy public streets while entertaining guests by narrating a scripted sightseeing tour
  • Meet and deal with the general public and diverse company employees in a prompt and courteous manner
  • Handle stressful situations and difficult people both in person and via the radio while maintaining a professional and pleasant composure
  • Maintain radio contact with dispatch during tours
  • Perform an interior and exterior physical inspection of the vehicle daily and accurately complete the departmental documents/forms for inspection

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Tour Guides must be able to drive a non-air-conditioned vehicle, on a busy public street in a safe, competent manner while entertaining guests by narrating a scripted sightseeing tour.
  • Must be able to board and exit the trolley and assist guests with boarding and exiting the trolley.
  • Must pass annual Motor Vehicle Reports (MVR) checks
  • Ability to learn and memorize scripted tours and routes as assigned.
  • Ability to read, write and speak fluent English in order to communicate with fellow employees, the general public, law enforcement and emergency personnel.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time and tolerate a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Must pass a DOT physical upon employment
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable and verifiable driving record of at least three years

Other Requirements

  • Must pass pre-employment MVR/background check and substance abuse testing
  • Must pass a DOT physical upon employment
  • Have a passion for helping people and making their Savannah experience a memorable one.

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Historic Tours of America

Historic Tours of America, Inc., the Nation’s Storyteller, is dedicated to providing historically immersive vacation experiences. With 39 unique brands across nine cities—Boston, MA; Key West, FL; Charleston, SC; Nashville, TN; San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; Savannah, GA; St. Augustine, FL; and Washington, DC—we bring history to life through our trolleys, street trains, high-speed ferries, themed retail stores, festival marketplaces, and other iconic attractions. Our strategy is to build on the strength of the Historic Tours of America brand while focusing on heritage tourism. We prioritize guest communication and satisfaction, product value, high-quality vehicles, and industry trends to drive profitable growth in our existing locations and expand into new vacation destinations nationwide. Our invitation to “See The Best First” is built on your trust in us to make the most of your valuable vacation time. We understand how precious leisure time is, which is why we proudly offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.* Every Historic Tours of America CASTmember is committed to ensuring an unforgettable experience and working to Make Your Vacations Better!
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