Escort groups on outdoor sport and recreational trips
Assemble camping gear and supplies
Operate off-road vehicles
Plan trips
Operate photographic and video equipment
Operate communication (including emergency) devices
Set up and take down camps
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Maintain equipment
Provide outdoor, wilderness and wildlife instruction
Orienteering and/or survival
Address customers' complaints or concerns
Assist clients/guests with special needs
Utilize microphones or other communication device to provide directions and other pertinent information to visitors
Sell souvenirs
Resolve itinerary and other problems
Provide information on tipping customs, currency exchange rates, metric conversion and other details
Ensure and monitor luggage transfers
Drive sightseeing or tour vehicle
Describe points of interest, answer questions and supply information
Confirm transportation and accommodation reservations
Co-ordinate recreation activities
Assist clients with check-in procedures for accomodation and/or transportation
Attend to international border crossings
Co-ordinate activities with local tour guides or leaders of performance groups
Collect administration or entrance fees
Transport or escort individuals or groups on tours of cities, waterways and industrial and other establishments
Conduct guided tours of museums, gallery exhibitions and historical, heritage and other sites, answer inquiries and provide information
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
First Aid Certificate
CPR Certificate
Type of guide
Step-on local guide
On-site local guide
Meet and greet local guide
Escorted group travel guide
Escorted individual travel guide
Driver-guide, local
Tour Director
Walking tour guide
Tours focus
Historical sites
Bus tours
Walking tours
Number of tours guided
10 tours and +
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel cross-border
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel overnight
Willing to travel regularly
Willing to travel
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Physically demanding
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Walking
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Repetitive tasks
Attention to detail
Tight deadlines
Personal suitability
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Excellent written communication
Dependability
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Employment terms options
Early morning
Evening
Shift
Flexible hours
Morning
Night
On call
Experience
Experience an asset
Employment terms options
Day
Weekend
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Gratuities
Group insurance benefits
Other benefits
Learning/training paid by employer
Team building opportunities
Travel insurance
Wellness program
Support for newcomers and refugees
Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
