Overview
Languages

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience
2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site setting

Outdoors

Work setting

Urban area

Remote location

Responsibilities
Tasks

Deliver commentaries

Develop commentaries

Drive sightseeing or tour vehicle

Confirm transportation and accommodation reservations

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

Attend to international border crossings

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

Assist clients/guests with special needs

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

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate





Experience and specialization
Type of guide

Tour Director

Escorted group travel guide

Tours focus

Historical sites

Sightseeing

Boat tours

Bus tours

Train tours

Walking tours

Number of tours guided

10 tours and +

Geographical areas of specialization

Canada

United States

Additional information
Security and safety

Bondable

Criminal record check

Airport security clearance

Driver's validity licence check

Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Willing to travel

Willing to travel cross-border

Willing to travel for extended periods

Willing to travel overnight

Willing to travel regularly

Travel expenses paid by employer

Vehicle supplied by employer

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

Standing for extended periods

Walking

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

Client focus

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Benefits
Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Bonus

Gratuities

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📌 tour guide (British Columbia)
🏢 Laurus Travel
📍 British Columbia