Bike Tour Guide

3 days ago

Vancouver, Canada Cycle City Tours Full time

Cycle City Tours is Vancouver’s premiere bicycle tour company, and our mission is to host the best bicycle city tour in the world We do this by offering memorable bike rides for small groups on quality equipment while sharing deep insight into the past, present, and future of the city. Our guests visit from around the globe either as independent travellers or as part of larger group or corporate tours and you’ll likely be their first impression of the city and people.

What kind of guides are we looking for?
- Do you love Vancouver? Are you always curious about what’s new in food, current events and culture in Vancouver? Do you have any special knowledge in city planning, history, environment, local art, etc.?
- Do you call yourself a Vancouverite? Have you lived in Vancouver for at least 3 years?
- Are you a natural storyteller, and do you thrive getting up in front of a group? Theatre or acting experience could be an asset
- Do you have outdoor or urban guiding experience?
- Are you passionate about delivering an enthusiastic and professional level of guest service at all times, working with guests of all ages and abilities in all types of weather.
- Are you punctual, reliable and show up for work with an enthusiastic attitude?
- Do you possess a willingness to learn new skills and a proactive approach to work?
- Are you good at thinking on your feet and working independently?
- Do you have a flexible schedule? Can you work weekdays, weekends, evenings and holidays?
- Do you speak any languages fluently besides English?
- Do you have basic bike maintenance skills and are comfortable lifting up to 30lbs repeatedly?

If you answered “yes” to most of these, then we’d love to hear from you

**Minimum requirements**:

- Passion for Vancouver, cycling, and storytelling
- Fluency in English (French, Spanish, German and other languages are a great asset)
- Emergency first aid certification (can obtain or recertify after hiring)
- Responsible and dependable nature
- Flexible schedule with availability from April through September (minimum May through end of August)
- Legally able to work in Canada

**Tour Guide Details**:

- This position begins with 3-5 weeks of paid training which involves a combination of direct training, self-study, and, most importantly, tour shadowing.
- Shifts are typically between 4 - 7 hours.
- We are looking to fill positions ranging from 3-5 shifts per week, minimum of 3 shifts per week.

**Benefits of working for CCT**:
**Free staff outings and events**: in the past we’ve done team boat tours, kayaking, picnics, hikes, and brewery tours.

**Receive a tourism passport** for free admission to most major attractions in Vancouver.

**Great staff deals** on bike gear and bike purchases.

**Uniform provided**

**Base salary: $20 ** with opportunity to make substantial tips. Total compensation for trained guides usually averages between $25 - $40 per hour.
- Current resume
- A cover letter telling us why you would make an amazing guide. Be sure to demonstrate your passion and personality
- Your start and end date availability and number of shifts/hours per week you are available
- A fun fact about Vancouver

Being a bicycle tour guide is hard work but a ton of fun. We look forward to hearing from you

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

**Salary**: $20.00-$45.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Morning shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Tips

Application question(s):

- Avid cyclist with basic repair skills and ability to lead a small group of guests for up to 5 hours through the city observing all bicycle laws and road rules.
- Are you available for at least three shift a week?

**Experience**:

- living in Vancouver: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-31

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