Car Host BRSE

Patriot Rail Company; Blue Ridge (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway in Blue Ridge, Georgia, is seeking a part-time tour guide to ensure passengers have a safe and pleasant journey by engaging with riders in a friendly, informed manner. This position is affiliated with Patriot Rail.

Tucked into the charming mountain village of Blue Ridge, Georgia in the lush Chattahoochee National Forest. Our regular 4-hour, 26 mile round trip winds along the Toccoa River in vintage rail cars.

Qualifications

• Proven customer service experience.
• Friendly, courteous demeanor.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently & effectively.
• Work both independently and as a team.
• Ability to think through problems and come up with solutions.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal interference.
• Must pass all required assessments.
• Must pass a background screening.
• May require a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test.
• Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time frame, or failure to accept a call for work.
• Certified or willing to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Attend safety briefings (pre-trip).
• Verify assigned car is prepared and ready.
• Assist in loading and unloading of passengers.
• Maintain safety rules.
• Be knowledgeable about the train, individual cars and scenic highlights.
• Respond to any customer inquiries with accurate up-to-date information.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Maintain a current working knowledge of all events, services, and procedures by reviewing event information sheets and posted or verbal communication.
• Provide First Aid/CPR/AED in the event of emergencies.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve customer conflicts, should they arise.
• Read, write and communicate effectively with co-workers and the general public.
• Deal professionally, courteously and tactfully with the public and coworkers.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends and/or holidays when needed, particularly during the Fall peak season.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position represents Blue Ridge Scenic Railway as a tour guide and ensures that passengers receive a safe and pleasant journey by interfacing with passengers in a friendly and informed manner. This is a part-time/seasonal position with a variable work schedule. This position is employed by an affiliated company of Patriot Rail.

Tucked into the charming mountain village of Blue Ridge, Georgia in the lush Chattahoochee National Forest. The area is known as the \"antique capital\" of Georgia with friendly folks and an old time atmosphere.

Our regular 4-hour, 26 mile round trip winds along the beautiful Toccoa River in vintage, climate-controlled or open-air rail cars.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend safety briefings (pre-trip).
• Verify assigned car is prepared and ready.
• Assist in loading and unloading of passengers.
• Maintain safety rules.
• Be knowledgeable about the train, individual cars and scenic highlights.
• Respond to any customer inquiries with accurate up-to-date information.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Maintain a current working knowledge of all events, services, and procedures by reviewing event information sheets and posted or verbal communication.
• Provide First Aid/CPR/AED in the event of emergencies.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve customer conflicts, should they arise.
• Read, write and communicate effectively with co-workers and the general public.
• Deal professionally, courteously and tactfully with the public and coworkers.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends and/or holidays when needed, particularly during the Fall peak season.
• Additional duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven customer service experience.
• Friendly, courteous demeanor.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently & effectively.
• Work both independently and as a team.
• Ability to think through problems and come up with solutions.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal interference.
• Must pass all required assessments.
• Must pass a background screening.
• May require a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test.
• Strict disciplinary policy regarding inability to report to work within proper time frame, or failure to accept a call for work.
• Certified or willing to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Valid Driver's License

COMPETENCIES

• Verbal comprehension

  Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.

• Communication skills

  Provide clear instructions/directions.

• Reasoning skills

  Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Time Management

  Values time and manages time effectively. Effectively prioritizes and can manage a broad range of activities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, climb steps, handle objects, reach with hands and arms, write, talk, type and hear. Associate is occasionally required to sit, stoop, bend and/or kneel and lift and/or move up to 35 lbs.

SAFETY

Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company. Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value. Safety is a personal responsibility. We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism. Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day - regardless of their role in the Company. Compliance with safety and operating rules is required and essential to our own safety and that of others.

\"The Patriot Way.\"

At Patriot, we value our relationships - with our customers, employees, shareholders, communities and other stakeholders. We know that safety, integrity, reliability, ethical behavior and exceptional customer service are critical to building and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Everyone at Patriot - from the mailroom to the boardroom - embraces those values. More importantly, as a team, we make it our business to demonstrate them in everything we do. It's \"The Patriot Way.\"

Equal Opportunity Employer

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