Trolley Driver

City-of-Raleigh-N; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Raleigh is seeking a part-time trolley driver to operate the Raleigh Trolley for historic downtown tours, school field trips, and private rentals. You will engage riders, share local history, and point out notable eateries and attractions while guiding visitors through the city.

Applicants should be customer service oriented, comfortable with all demographics, and available on weekdays. A CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements, plus a clean driving record and ability to pass

Qualifications

• Must provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Must be available on weekdays; weekend availability is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Raleigh Trolley for historic tours of downtown Raleigh.
• Provide information about local attractions and city history to passengers.
• Assist with school field trips and private rentals as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Weekday availability

Job description

This position will be responsible for driving the Raleigh Trolley for historic tours of downtown Raleigh, school field trips, and private rentals. Trolleys have been a form of transportation in downtown Raleigh for nearly 150 years, and while today's trolley requires a CDL instead of rails, it is still the best way to travel through town. While driving the trolley you will learn about the city's history, find out the best places to eat, and show-off the most unique vehicle in town. If you enjoy traveling in style and are excited about the idea of teaching others about the city of Raleigh, this job is perfect for you.

Applicants should be customer service oriented and comfortable working with all demographics. Applicants must have some weekday availability. Some weekend availability is a plus but not required.

Applicants must have a CDL license with a passenger endorsement and air brake endorsement, a clean driving record, and be able to pass a background check and controlled substance test.

This job is part-time at 5-20 hours a week. The number of hours available to work varies seasonally and according to the driver's availability.