Niagara Falls Walking Tour Guide

**This position is perfect for**:

- Students looking for a fun summer position
- Anyone fresh out of school looking to gain experience in tourism
- Anyone looking for a job where:You are never stuck inside an office

Have freedom to work independently
Interact with people from all over the world

**Position Information**:

- Seasonal position August - October/November (Start and end dates can vary)
- Full time and part time positions available
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Work hours are flexible and vary between 8am and 11pm
- Fast paced, exciting and entertaining environment
- Detailed communication with other employees is an asset
- $15.50/hour plus gratuities (Gratuities can range anywhere from $50-$200+/day)

**About Us**:
See Sight Tours provides guests with private and semi-private small group tours of Niagara Falls. Employees are to create an exciting and enjoyable experience for customers, by removing the stress of travel and taking care of all of the tickets, line-ups and also engaging in relevant conversations with regards to the sights.

Being an award-winning company, customer service is our #1 priority. We require all employees to be caring, helpful, and enjoy dealing with people on a daily basis.

Our tour guides must be able to lead multiple groups of visitors through points of historical, cultural or regional interests. They will be able to provide in-depth knowledge about destinations frequented by tourists, and vacationers from all around the world. Tour guides must be able to retain historical facts, dates and anecdotes, and then relay that information to visitors in an entertaining, and informative way. Guides should be able to walk while presenting commentary, as well as coordinate pre-arranged tour activities such as visits to local attractions, restaurants and shops throughout Niagara Falls.

Our tour guides will be trained on-the-job, but will also require a tour guide licence mandated by the Niagara Parks Commission’s office.

**Duties and responsibilities of employees include but are not limited to**:

- Meet guests and contact dispatch to notify of problems and successful pick ups
- Introduce yourself and each visitor in a professional and friendly manner and create a relaxed environment for guests to enjoy
- Narrate while walking between destinations, informing guests of all the sights and information about the area.
- Take care of all ticket purchases and walk guests to and from attractions
- Make sure guests are aware of meeting point and time following attraction
- Return back to the office and complete the final document: type of tour, time, number of guests etc.

**Qualifications include**:

- Some college or university education
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Ability to organize oneself and others
- Honest, responsible and reliable
- Ability to multitask
- Ability to think on your feet and problem solve
- Handle stress without appearing to be bothered
- Previous knowledge of Niagara Falls is a bonus but not required
- Multiple languages are also beneficial
- Working cell phone
- Teamwork skillsTour Guide

Are you passionate about history, culture, and sharing knowledge with others? We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Tour Guides. As a Tour Guide, you will have the opportunity to educate visitors and provide them with an unforgettable experience.

**Duties**:

- Conduct guided tours of historical sites, museums, or other attractions
- Provide informative and engaging commentary about the history, significance, and highlights of each location
- Ensure the safety and well-being of tour participants throughout the tour
- Answer questions and provide additional information to enhance visitors' understanding and enjoyment
- Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor at all times
- Assist with organizing and coordinating group tours

**Skills**:

- Excellent verbal communication skills to effectively convey information to diverse groups of people
- Ability to engage and connect with people from different backgrounds and age groups
- Good organizational skills to manage tour schedules and logistics
- Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances or unexpected situations during tours
- Fluency in multiple languages is a plus

If you are a natural storyteller with a passion for educating others, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Tour Guide and help create memorable experiences for our visitors.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months
Part-time hours: 20-40 per week

**Salary**: $15.50-$17.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not requir