Boat Captain/Tour Guide, Lake Minnewanka Cruise (Summer 2023)

The starting wage for this position is $17.50/hour, rising to $19.00/hour once trained & certified as a boat captain.

Provide animated, interactive and personalized interpretation of the local history, wildlife, vegetation and geology related to Lake Minnewanka and Banff National Park.

• Access to one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic National Parks
• Work in a dynamic, culturally diverse team from around the globe
• Opportunities for career growth or future work at other Pursuit locations
• Free access to Pursuit attractions for staff and family, send a friend at half the price!
• Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources
• The chance to work in an inclusive culture and make life-long friends
• Work experience in an iconic, unforgettable, and inspiring location
• Discounted hotel stays under Pursuit’s lodging offerings, and discounted food & beverage and retail experiences

Receive Paid training to qualify as a Licenced Boat Captain and Tour Guide!

• Strong customer service skills
• Public speaking skills
• Ensure that a high level of customer service is given to each guest
• NOTE Transport Canada regulations state that In Canada only Canadian or Permanent resident of Canada can work on Canadian vessels. TC form #82-0701
• Constantly improve your guiding material go on hikes & explore
• Sustain a safe environment in all areas controlled by Minnewanka Lake
• High attention to detail and good communication skills
• Improve guests experience by offering high-standard interpretation on board
• Second language an asset
• Participate in the global effort to keep all areas of Minnewanka clean and wildlife safe
• To honour our commitment to be “Always Honest” all employees must consent to a criminal record check
• Mechanically inclined
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and good communication skills
• Maintain trip and mechanical logs, report boat performance issues
• Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), support and course reimbursement provided
• Be prepared for a fast-paced work environment with changing conditions
• Safely operate tour boats, in accordance with Transport Canada regulations Master Limited <60 Ton (all training provided and paid for)

This fun, seasonal position runs until October, 2023.

• Busy. You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds with assistance) required
• Beautiful. You’ll work in iconic, unforgettable and inspiring locations. You’ll see amazing scenery and wildlife. You’ll participate in team events – and fun!
• Remote. Our home is filled with trees, lakes and blue-bird skies; rather than buildings, freeways and smog. Connect with friends around a bonfire instead of through WiFi
• Independent. You’ll spend your days in and around national parks.

This job description describes this role at a high level, but no document can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. We work as a team and believe that we succeed together – these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole.
To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job. This job is based in Alberta, Canada. Relocation to the area and the legal ability to work in Canada is required.
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 values diverse backgrounds and experience and we welcome all who are eligible to work in Canada to apply! We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.