Narrator- Arlington National Cemetery Job at Historic Tours of America, Arlington, VA

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  • Historic Tours of America
  • Arlington, VA

Job Description

JOIN OUR HISTORIC TOURS OF AMERICA FAMILY



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: $16.66 per hour+ tips, and a cash health and welfare benefit of $4.57 per hour worked
  • All FT Employees are eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation time
  • All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for:
    • Paid sick time
    • 401K plan with company matching*
    • Flexible schedules, including a combination of weekdays and weekends are available
    • Fun, 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

Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Key West, Nashville, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, San Antonio, and Washington, DC since 1980!



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 in order to communicate with fellow CASTmembers and the general public
  • Ability to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays

Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Successful candidate must pass a drug test and a background search
EEO / VET / DISABLED


Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Seasonal work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift, Weekday work,

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