Adventure Tour Guide

Are you ready to transform your passion for adventure and exploration into an empowering career this summer?

Can you picture yourself guiding thrilled travellers through the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, all while earning an amazing income to fund your next big adventure or life goal?

If the answer is a resounding yes, then keep reading on…

Radventures is on the hunt for enthusiastic tour guides and individuals who have a passion for the Rockies and a strong desire to be part of our rapidly growing company. We're a team that puts people before profit, and we're proud to be the top-rated adventure tour company in Banff and the Canadian Rockies.

As an adventure tour guide with Radventures, you will:

• Lead fun, engaging, safe and informative tours across Banff, Jasper, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks highlights and local secrets, showcasing the natural beauty and history of our spectacular region
• Operate various vehicles (luxury SUVs, passenger vans & minibuses) safely in diverse conditions
• Provide outstanding service, championing an environment where strangers quickly become friends and aid in creating memorable experiences for each of your guests
• Create content, highlighting the amazing fun you and your guests are having
• Make new friends with your fellow team members and guests on your tours.

What Radventures offers:

• Industry-leading hourly wages of $22 - $25, plus regular financial bonuses and incentives
• You keep 100% of your tips, our top performers earn upwards of an extra $20,000 each summer
• Staff accommodation and assistance settling in the Bow Valley
• Fully paid training and ongoing career development
• Comprehensive benefits plan for ongoing employment
• Flexibility with your work schedule and promotion of your work-life balance
• Regular social events and workshop opportunities
• Access to pro deals and tourism industry perks with Burton, Dakine, Icebreaker & loads more.

What you’ll bring to Radventures:

• A passion for mountain life and culture
• An engaging, warm and welcoming personality
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and weather conditions
• Regular full-time availability is preferred, but part-time opportunities are available for exceptional candidates.

Requirements of the job:

• A valid Class IV driver’s license (or willingness to obtain one) and clean drivers abstract
• First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Legal right to live and work in Canada
• Fluency in English (verbal & written)

What happens after applying:

• Interviews will be conducted from February to April.
• Successful candidates will be invited for training in April or May (depending on your availability)
• Flexible start dates from May to July, accommodating your winter schedule.
• End dates in late September or October, aligned with your plans for travel or next winter

How to apply:

Send an email to yourpals@radventurescanada.com with your resume, cover letter and your availability to work this summer.

We thank all interested candidates for their application, however, due to the high volume of applications, only those chosen for an interview may be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company events
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay
• Retention bonus
• Tips

Application question(s):

• How long have you lived in the Bow Valley?
• Do you require staff accommodation?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-02-29
Expected start date: 2024-04-01