Narrator at Arlington National Cemetery

JOIN OUR HISTORIC TOURS OF AMERICA FAMILYThis 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 BenefitsCompetitive pay and paid training: $22.84 per hour which includes $17.75 per hour + tips and a health and wellness stipend of $5.09 per hour.All FT Employees are eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation time as well as company sponsored health and wellness plansAll 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 attractionsOperating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Charleston, Key West, Nashville, San Antonio, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah and Washington, DC since 1980! Start your new Career With Us Today!Eligibility requirements may applyRequirementsWeekends/Holidays Required.Required Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesNo prior knowledge is required, paid training is providedAbility to perform on-your-feet routine physical activityAbility to learn and memorize scripted materials and historical detailsAbility to relay scripted story in an entertaining manner in the time allowed on a moving vehicleAbility to be heard in a clear, audible voice by an audienceAbility to sit for long periods of time and tolerate a wide range of temperatures and weather conditionsAbility to work independently over long periods of time within the scope of established rules and regulations to satisfy the needs of our guestsAbility to handle stressful situations and difficult people both in person and via the radio while maintaining a professional and pleasant demeanorAbility to read, write and speak fluent English to communicate with fellow CASTmembers and the general publicAbility to work flexible shifts, including days, evenings, weekends and holidaysQualificationsHigh school graduate or equivalent preferredSuccessful candidate must pass a drug test and a background search EEO / VET / DISABLEDCompensation Base$17.75 per hour plus tips