Tour Guide Columbia Icefield

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Meals included

End-of-season retention bonus

Job summary

Pursuit Collection Jasper in Jasper, AB is seeking seasonal interpreters to guide guests at the Athabasca Glacier and Skywalk. The role is full-time seasonal for Spring/Summer 2026, with on-site housing and meals provided. Join a team delivering memorable experiences in a stunning mountain environment.

The starting wage is $18.50/hour. Candidates should enjoy working outdoors in variable mountain weather, speak clearly to large groups, and be committed to guest safety and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Strong organization and time management skills are essential.
• Excellent guest service mindset with the ability to engage audiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver interpretive information to guests from around the world.
• Provide guided glacier tours or Skywalk experiences to guests.
• Present to groups for 10–15 minutes at various stations.
• Report safety issues to management promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist with loading/unloading shuttle buses.

Skills

Organization

Group speaking

Remote living an asset

Teamwork

Job description

Pursuit Collection Jasper, AB$18.50–$23.50 an hour - Full-time Job detailsPay$18.50–$23.50 an hourJob typeFull-timeLocationJasper, ABFull job descriptionAt Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the friendly faces you’ll find along the way, the thoughtful amenities, and the delightful details that make every visit feel personal and unforgettable.This job is posted as part of our seasonal hiring for Spring/Summer, 2026, it will be a full time seasonal role.Based at the remote Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park, this on‑site living role places you 100 km from Jasper and surrounded by stunning glacier views and endless mountain adventure. You’ll be part of a destination that includes the Glacier View Lodge, dining outlets, retail, and the world‑famous Glacier Adventure and Skywalk. Staff live on‑site with accommodations and three hot meals per day.$20/day housing and mealsEnd‑of‑season retention bonus up to $1.00/hrROLE & RESPONSIBILITIESDelivering exceptional interpretive information to guests from around the worldProviding guests with a guided tour experience on our Athabasca Glacier in a vehicle or at the Skywalk. Can be anywhere from a 30 minute to 2-hour tour.Rotating through various interpretive stations.Performing 10 – 15-minute presentations to large groupsBeing proactive with maintenance issues and safety concernsHelping load and unload shuttle buses when needed.Reporting safety issues to the Manager and Supervisor in a timely mannerValidating tickets and sales as guests arrive to the attractionDistributing Audio Tours to guestsMaintaining a high level of cleanliness of the entire attractionOther duties as assigned by your employer.REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSOrganization and time management skills are a must, but a passion for making a difference for each guest is the most important aspect of this position!Able to stay busy and always seek out the next task.Energetic individuals with a passion for the mountains and everything about the area!Must get excited at the idea of living and working in a remote (yet very social) environment.Able to work both independently and in our team-based environment.A fantastic sense of humor as well as a friendly, mature, energetic personalityCharismatic and comfortable with speaking to large groupsPrevious interpretive guiding experience an assetAble to stand and work outside in varying mountain weather conditions (snow, rain, wind, hail) for the entire duration of an 8-hour shift.Commitment to becoming an interpretive expert and ambassador through the completion of a 4-day interpretive training program (provided upon starting employment)Guest service-oriented mindset and a passion for delivering memorable experiences.Class 5 Canadian driver’s license (with clean abstract) an asset but not required.Ability to think on the fly and outside the box to solve problems with a positive attitude.Must meet Pursuit grooming and appearance standards.The starting wage for this role is $18.50/hour.About Us:We're more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included.Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate, our collection of hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours, and travel products are tied together by iconic, destination-worthy locations in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Vancouver, Reykjavík, Costa Rica, Las Vegas, and Chicago.Pursuit is a publicly traded