Storyteller/Narrator

Historic Tours of America • Savannah, GA

23d • Onsite

About The Position

This position must have a good sense of fun and a desire to entertain and excellent driving skills as they drive a trolley on busy public streets while narrating a sightseeing tour multiple times a work 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 Savannah!

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must pass a DOT physical upon employment
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable and verifiable driving record of at least three years
• Must pass pre-employment MVR/background check and substance abuse testing
• Ability to learn and memorize scripted tours and routes as assigned.
• Ability to read, write and speak fluent English in order to communicate with fellow employees, the general public, law enforcement and emergency personnel.

Nice To Haves

• Have a passion for helping people and making their Savannah 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
• Board and exit the trolley and assist guests with boarding and exiting the trolley.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $18 per hour + tips (average of $25/per hour with gratuities included)
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed