Walking Tour Guides - Spanish

Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for eligible employees

Vacation pay per BC standards

Team events and employee discounts

Monthly team performance bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd in Vancouver, BC is seeking energetic Seasonal Walking Tour Guides to lead groups of 5–30 guests, sharing local history and culture while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

This role offers a guaranteed hourly wage plus commissions and monthly team bonuses, with weekend/evening/holiday availability and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Strong public speaking and storytelling abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to portray local history and culture engagingly.

Responsibilities

• Lead walking tours for groups of 5–30 guests, 2–3 hours per tour.
• Present stories about city history, landmarks, and culture.
• Provide an exceptional guest experience from start to finish.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Storytelling

Customer service

Punctuality

Education

First Aid Certification

Job description

Walking Tour Guide & Brand Ambassador –Vancouver, BC

Company Overview

Toonie Tours is a fun, customer-focused tourism company that welcomes travelers from around the world through unforgettable tours and experiences. Since 2018, we have grown into one of Canada's highest-rated walking tour companies by putting guests first and delivering authentic, entertaining experiences led by passionate local guides.

Operating in 11 cities across Canada—from Victoria to Québec City,we continue to expand while creating rewarding opportunities for people who love sharing their communities.

Position Overview

Toonie Tours is currently hiring Seasonal Full-Time and Part-Time Walking Tour Guides to join our team in Vancouver, BC .

As a Walking Tour Guide, you will lead groups of 5–30 guests on engaging walking tours while sharing the history, culture, and hidden gems of your city. You'll create memorable experiences through storytelling, exceptional customer service, and your passion for your local community.

This is an employee position offering competitive hourly pay, performance-based earning opportunities, and employee benefits.

Weekend, evening, and holiday availability is preferred throughout the tourism season.

Lead engaging and entertaining walking tours for groups of 5–30 guests.

Learn, research, and confidently present stories about your city's history, culture, and landmarks.

Welcome guests and provide an exceptional customer experience from start to finish.

Share recommendations for local restaurants, attractions, events, and activities.

Promote Toonie Tours experiences and products to enhance each guest's visit.

Represent Toonie Tours professionally while serving as an ambassador for your community.

Participate in training sessions, team meetings, and other assigned duties.

Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What We're Looking For

Strong communication and public speaking skills. - Spanish Mandatory

Friendly, energetic, and approachable personality.

Excellent storytelling ability with a sense of humor.

Passion for your community and sharing it with visitors.

Dependable, punctual, and professional.

Comfortable walking approximately 5 km over a 2–3 hour tour while speaking throughout.

Adaptable and confident working in changing outdoor conditions.

Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Additional languages are considered an asset

French

German

Portuguese

Russian

Other languages are always welcome.

First Aid Certification is considered an asset.

Our employee compensation package rewards both your time and your performance.

Competitive hourly wage

Performance-based product commissions

Monthly team performance bonus opportunities

Vacation pay in accordance with provincial employment standards

Health benefits for eligible full-time employees

Priority scheduling for employee guides

Ongoing training and opportunities to advance into Lead Guide and specialist roles

Our compensation model combines guaranteed hourly pay with additional earning opportunities through commissions and team bonuses, allowing guides to increase their earnings while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Flexible seasonal scheduling

Meet travelers from around the world

Develop valuable public speaking, leadership, and customer service skills

Share your passion for your city with visitors from across the globe

Fun, supportive, and collaborative team environment

Team events, employee discounts, and company perks

Career growth opportunities with one of Canada's fastest-growing tour companies

Job Types

Seasonal Full-Time

Seasonal Part-Time

Work Location

Compensation

Hourly wage based on experience and market, plus performance-based commissions and monthly team bonus opportunities.