About the Company:
Join A Great Day in South LA and be part of our growing team providing educational and entertaining guided tour experiences in South Los Angeles. Our mission is to highlight Black historical sites in and around South Los Angeles and highlight local businesses. We take pride in creating engaging experiences that educate and inspire both local residents and visitors to preserve the legacies of South LA.
TOUR GUIDE/DRIVER
Position Summary:
We are on the lookout for enthusiastic Tour Guide Drivers with exceptional customer service skills and a commitment to safe driving and ready to deliver outstanding guided tours. Tours will run on Saturdays, once or twice per day. Each tour will run 3 hours. Drivers will operate together in a team capacity alternating between driving, retail/check-in, and other operational errands. Drivers must be comfortable operating a 15 passenger van for 5+ hours each work day in all weather conditions (rain or shine). They must also be comfortable with assisting passenger entry and exit into the van.
IMPORTANT:
- you must have a CDL License with a Class B endorsement
- we are a start-up, so hours will be assigned on an on-call basis. Tour times are typically on Saturdays at either 10am or 2pm or both. we will provide advance notice of schedule.
Responsibilities:
● Conduct guided historical tours in a professional, informative, safe, and entertaining manner.
● Display a positive, friendly, and professional attitude in all interactions with customers and fellow team members.
● Operate a 15-passenger van, ensuring passenger safety and comfort.
● Work collaboratively in a team environment with other drivers.
● Support and troubleshoot retail / guest check-in / ticketing as needed.
● Adhere to flexible working hours and multitask effectively.
● Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the passenger van, ensuring the bus is clean and ready for passengers.
● Follow the scheduled route
● Run errands with the van as needed (e.g. fueling, maintenance appointments)
● Adhere to state and federal traffic and DOT laws and regulations.
● Report incidents or accidents promptly per company policy.
● Maintain a professional driving style and demeanor in uniform.
● Submit to random drug testing as required by local law
Qualifications:
● CDL Class B license with Passenger endorsement and at least 2 years of driving experience.
● Must meet any applicable background screening or state licensing requirements for the role.
● Comfortable driving a 15-passenger van.
● Familiarity with DOT regulations and procedures.
● Ability to pass pre-employment DOT drug tests.
● Prior sightseeing tour bus experience preferred.
● Fluent in English for customer service and ticket sales assistance.
● Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
● Weekends required
Additional Desired Skills:
● Flexibility and proactive approach.
● Excellent presentation skills.
● Enthusiastic and friendly demeanor.
● Strong verbal communication skills.
● Ability to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
● Team-oriented with good time management skills.
● Retention of historical facts about South Los Angeles.
● In-depth knowledge of Black History, South Los Angeles, Los Angeles (educational training will be provided)
● Prior teaching, docent or theatrical/performance experience is a plus.FLSA and
Employment Status:
Job Type:
● Part-Time
● nonexempt
Schedule:
● 4 hour shift
● Day shift
● Saturdays
Pay:
● $25/hr
Work Location:
● In person
Supplemental Pay Types:
● Tips
Additional:
● Final offer contingent upon DMVrecord check, background check,and insurance carrier approval.
● There will be a probation period
Benefits:
● Paid Time Off
Equal Opportunity:
A Great Day in South LA is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By applying for this position, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 6 per week
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Day shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Supplemental pay types:
License/Certification:
- CDL License with Class B endorsement (Required)
Work Location: In person