Tour Guide & Driver Class 2 Training Provided Jasper Columbia Icefield

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort in Jasper is seeking a full-time seasonal Tour Guide & Driver to provide high-quality interpretative tour experiences around the Columbia Icefield. Responsibilities include coordinating tour groups, vehicle checks, and promoting environmental stewardship. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, a guest-service mindset, and enjoys outdoor work regardless of weather conditions. The role offers a starting wage of $21.50 per hour, plus training to become an interpretive expert.

Qualifications

• Must have organization and time-management skills.
• Passion for guest service and safety.
• Ability to think on the fly and solve problems creatively.
• Enjoy outdoor work in challenging weather conditions.
• Commitment to the interpretive training program.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality interpretative tour experiences.
• Coordinate guests on/off coaches and Ice Explorers.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip checks of vehicles.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Uphold high standards of environmental stewardship.

Skills

Organization and time-management skills

Guest-service orientation

Ability to adapt to road and weather conditions

Problem-solving with a positive attitude

Fluency in English

Second language (asset)

Job description

Tour Guide & Driver Class 2 Training Provided Jasper Columbia Icefield

At 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, and it will be a full‑time seasonal role.

Responsibilities

• Providing guests with a high-quality interpretative tour experience around the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Glacier.
• Coordinating guests and tour groups on/off coaches and/or Ice Explorers.
• Guest surveying and mechanical pre‑trip/post‑trip checks of assigned vehicles.
• Ensuring the safe and proper operation, care, and upkeep of your daily assigned coach or Ice Explorer, including daily interior/exterior servicing, window cleanliness, and damage prevention.
• Ensuring passengers remain in safe areas, are properly seated, and that loading/unloading is conducted safely at the coach entrance.
• Maintaining a rotating cleaning schedule of the transfer bay, washroom, and garbage areas.
• Supporting colleagues and loading staff with additional interpretive information, managing departures and arrivals, and assisting with loading/unloading of coaches and Ice Explorers.
• Communicating with co‑workers and management, forwarding observations and comments in a timely fashion.
• Upholding the high standard of environmental stewardship expected for all employees.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Organization and time‑management skills are a must.
• A passion for making a difference for each guest and employee.
• Dedicating to operating safely and reliably during the Class 2 licensing process and while working as a driver.
• Driving responsibly above all else and adapting to road and weather conditions.
• A guest‑service‑oriented mindset with a passion for delivering memorable experiences.
• Ability to think on the fly, solve problems with a positive attitude, and think outside the box.
• Second language an asset.
• Fluency in English, able to communicate and comprehend over two‑way radio.
• Manual dexterity to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch as required.
• Enjoyment of outdoor work even in challenging mountain weather conditions.
• Commitment to becoming an interpretive expert and ambassador through a week‑long interpretive training program provided upon hiring.
• Mature, energetic, dependable, and self‑motivated; enjoys teamwork in a busy, fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods and prepared for all types of weather.
• Adherence to organizational grooming and appearance standards.

The starting wage for this role is $21.50 per hour.

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the country where the role is located to apply and join our inclusive team!