What are the responsibilities and job description for the Narrator at Arlington National Cemetery position at Historic Tours of America?
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This is a GREAT opportunity to LEARN about the history of our city and
get to BRAG about it!!!
You've seen the original orange-and-green trolleys and Arlington National Cemetery Trolleys all over the city and probably thought, 'What a fun job that must be’. Well, you're absolutely right! For more than a quarter of a century, Old Town Trolley Tours have been treating guests to a journey back in time while touring the most interesting and popular attractions in the city.
Expand your performance repertoire as a tour guide and historical interpreter on the Arlington National Cemetery Tour ®
We are now holding interviews for our PAID training program that will thoroughly prepare you to be a professional tour guide!
Our ideal Narrators have a passion for helping people and making their vacation experience a memorable one. A sincere love of history and the culture of our city is ideal.
Narrators may be required to work in a non-air-conditioned vehicle, on busy public streets in a safe, competent manner while entertaining guests by narrating a scripted sightseeing tour.
Narrators give several tours during each shift.
Employee Benefits
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Weekends/Holidays Required.
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
EEO / VET / DISABLED
Compensation Base
$17.75 per hour plus tips
This is a GREAT opportunity to LEARN about the history of our city and
get to BRAG about it!!!
You've seen the original orange-and-green trolleys and Arlington National Cemetery Trolleys all over the city and probably thought, 'What a fun job that must be’. Well, you're absolutely right! For more than a quarter of a century, Old Town Trolley Tours have been treating guests to a journey back in time while touring the most interesting and popular attractions in the city.
Expand your performance repertoire as a tour guide and historical interpreter on the Arlington National Cemetery Tour ®
We are now holding interviews for our PAID training program that will thoroughly prepare you to be a professional tour guide!
Our ideal Narrators have a passion for helping people and making their vacation experience a memorable one. A sincere love of history and the culture of our city is ideal.
Narrators may be required to work in a non-air-conditioned vehicle, on busy public streets in a safe, competent manner while entertaining guests by narrating a scripted sightseeing tour.
Narrators give several tours during each shift.
Employee Benefits
- Competitive pay and paid training: $17.75 per hour tips and a health and wellness stipend of $4.99 per hour.
- All FT Employees are eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation time as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
- All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for: 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 ,and free admission to all company attractions
Start your new Career With Us Today!
- Eligibility requirements may apply
Weekends/Holidays Required.
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- No prior knowledge is required, paid training is provided
- Ability to perform on-your-feet routine physical activity
- Ability to learn and memorize scripted materials and historical details
- Ability to relay scripted story in an entertaining manner in the time allowed on a moving vehicle
- Ability to be heard in a clear, audible voice by an audience
- Ability to sit for long periods of time and tolerate a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions
- Ability to work independently over long periods of time within the scope of established rules and regulations to satisfy the needs of our guests
- Ability to handle stressful situations and difficult people both in person and via the radio while maintaining a professional and pleasant demeanor
- Ability to read, write and speak fluent English to communicate with fellow CASTmembers and the general public
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
EEO / VET / DISABLED
Compensation Base
$17.75 per hour plus tips
Salary : $5 - $18