Guest Experience Host PT GETS

Guest Experience Host PT GETS Patriot Rail Company 18.00 United States, Pennsylvania, Gettysburg 750 Mummasburg Road (Show on map) Apr 08, 2026 Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position represents Gettysburg 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 position is employed by an affiliated company of Patriot Rail.

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 This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.