Red Bus Tour Driver - Glacier National Park

Xanterra • Columbia Falls, MT

405d • $33,800 - $33,800

About The Position

The Red Bus Tour Driver position at Glacier National Park involves conducting tours while ensuring safety and providing engaging commentary to guests. This seasonal role emphasizes professionalism and hospitality, contributing to memorable experiences in a stunning natural environment.

Requirements

• Must be knowledgeable and courteous in giving interpretive commentary of Park features and history.
• Strong reading and comprehension skills to research tour information.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral presentation.
• Practice courteous guest service while keeping tours on a time schedule.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to obtain a valid U.S. CDL Driver's License (training provided).
• Must meet all DOT physical requirements and pass a DOT physical exam including a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to walk up to a mile several times each day at elevations ranging from 3,500 feet to 6,700 feet above sea level.
• Ability to bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs. simultaneously and repeatedly.

Nice To Haves

• Previous driving experience (not required, training is provided).

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in a safe and proper operation in all weather conditions.
• Maintain professionalism while working outdoors in extreme weather and during vehicle breakdowns.
• Provide knowledgeable, interpretive commentary of Park features and history.
• Lead guided walks up to a mile or longer in length.
• Assist passengers in and out of buses.
• Complete all required reports in a prompt and accurate manner.
• Maintain a clean and neat appearance in the prescribed uniform.
• Clean, fuel, and ensure the vehicle is safe before and after each shift.
• Accurately complete all daily DOT paperwork and reports each shift and file them according to policy.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development Program
• Free Glacier National Park pass
• Free Red Bus Tours (if available)
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees