Trolley Driver/Tour Guide

Historic Tours of America•Nashville, TN

8d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires a good sense of fun and a desire to entertain, along with excellent driving skills. The role involves driving a trolley on busy public streets while narrating a sightseeing tour multiple times per shift. Tour Conductors bring to life the history of America and all of the positive things that it represents. Have fun driving an Old Town Trolley and sharing the history of our region, entertaining visitors while educating them about historic Nashville!

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old
Valid TN CDL Class B with airbrake and passenger endorsements
Acceptable driving record for past three years
Must pass pre-employment MVR/background check and substance abuse testing
Must pass a DOT physical upon employment
Valid Nashville Entertainment Transportation Driver Permit
Ability to learn and memorize scripted tours and routes as assigned.
Ability to work independently over long periods of times within the scope of established rules and regulations while performing tours and satisfy the needs of our guests
Ability to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous people in a calm and pleasant manner
Ability to read, write, and speak clear English in order to communicate with co-workers, general public, law enforcement, and emergency personnel and to complete required paperwork correctly
Ability to learn new duties, policies, and procedures and adjust to new situations encountered on the job within a reasonable amount of time.

Nice To Haves

Will train to acquire a CDL. Must obtain a CDL in the first month of employment
Must obtain a Valid Nashville Entertainment Transportation Driver Permit in the first 60 days of being in this position
Have a passion for helping people and making their Nashville experience a memorable one.

Responsibilities

Drive in a safe, competent manner a non-air-conditioned trolley on busy public streets while entertaining guests by narrating a scripted sightseeing tour
Meet and deal with the general public and diverse company employees in a prompt and courteous manner
Handle stressful situations and difficult people both in person and via the radio while maintaining a professional and pleasant composure
Maintain radio contact with dispatch during tours
Perform an interior and exterior physical inspection of the vehicle daily and accurately complete the departmental documents/forms for inspection

Benefits

Competitive pay: $26-$28/per hour with gratuities included
Paid Training: $18 per hour
Paid vacation time
Company sponsored health and wellness plans
Paid sick time
401K plan with company matching
Fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year
First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (Employer pays 100%)
Discounts in retail stores
Free admission to all company attractions
$2,000 Sign on Bonus