Driver Guide, Open Top Touring

Your daily pursuit is ensuring positive guest experiences and interactions by delivering unique interpretive content in a fun and engaging way, while simultaneously operating a commercial vehicle in a safe manner.

• This is a union position. The wages offered will be in line with our collective bargaining agreement.
• Driver training will be provided for the right candidate. Training wage is $17.50 per hour.

This job is posted as part of our seasonal hiring for Spring/Summer, 2025. The contract dates for this position are April 22,2025 to September 28, 2025.

• Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections.

• Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends.

• Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail.

• Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources.

• Driver Guide: someone who leads a group through interpretative experience, while safely operating a commercial vehicle. Following road laws, is courteous to other drivers and sets a good example on the road.
• An Open Top Touring Driver Guide is more than just a regular driver guide - they are memory makers, developers of entertaining educational experiences, purveyors of authentic passion, and smile providers.
• Follow all instructions regarding operations from base and coordinators, while staying on time and schedule.
• Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections at the compound.
• Have a good understanding of tour route and content, to deliver a unique interpretive experience in a fun, safe and engaging way during 90-minute loops.
• Greet guests, welcome them onboard and be responsible for their safety both while on the tour and at designated stops, ensuring that all guests are accounted for.
• Prepare for tours including printing passenger manifests, preparing beverage service and cleaning/sanitizing vehicles.
• Maintaining all logs and/or paperwork required by Transport Canada on a daily basis, including Vehicle Inspection Report and Electronic Logging Device and/or Driver Logbook
• Wear a unique uniform while using provided props and materials to bring content to life.
• Performing Pursuit Adventure Centre / Transportation Desk Agent duties, including ticket sales, retail sales of merchandise, operating the Point-of-Sale system and cash handling including cash-ins/outs.
• Assist with cleaning of the vehicle at the end of each day and practicing proper storage of vehicle and supplies.
• Be attuned to weather patterns and determine canvas roof requirements - safely removing or installing the roof as needed and securing it properly. Some overhead heavy lifting is required.
• Additional responsibilities and roles within Brewster Transportation.
• Act as an ambassador for Open Top Touring, Pursuit, the town of Banff and Banff National Park.

This job description describes this role at a high level, but no document can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. We work as a team and believe that we succeed together - these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole.

To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help individuals perform their job. This job is based in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Relocation to the area and the legal ability to work in Canada is required.

• Position is contingent upon successful completion of training and acquisition of Alberta Class 4 Drivers License.
• Safety-minded with an Alberta Class 4 driver's license and valid Commercial Drivers Abstract
  • Alberta Class 4 is a commercial license for 24-passenger vehicles. To obtain this license you need to pass a Driver Medical, and a written knowledge test that shows that you know the rules of the road. Driver training will be provided, as well as assistance in obtaining an Alberta Class 4 driver's license.
• Ability to comply with National Safety Code regulations, US Department of Transport regulations, Transport Canada regulations and our corporate policies including Drug and Alcohol policies.
• Fluent in English, knowledge of a second language is an asset but not mandatory.
• Works well independently, but also in a team environment.
• Organized, punctual, hardworking and driven, with conflict resolution skills and the ability to multitask.
• Experience in guest focus and group management.
• Natural storyteller, and acting or theatrical background an asset.
• Have a positive attitude, with a dynamic, outgoing, engaging, animated and energetic personality and the ability to connect with multiple groups of people.
• Adaptability and flexibility in day-to-day operations
• Passion for travel and people with an interest in the tourism / hospitality sector of the Canadian Rockies.
• Knowledge of Canadian History, an asset but not mandatory
• Valid First Aid an asset
• To honor our commitment to be "Always Honest" all employees must consent to a criminal record check.