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See Sight Tours
Tour Guide — Bar Harbor, ME
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Travel or Tour Guide leads tours for groups of visitors or tourists. Leads tours of museums or famous or historic sites, and provides visitors with details and anecdotes about the history and significance of buildings, artwork or collections. Travels with a group of tourists, plans site visits and daily itineraries, interprets languages, and shares specialized knowledge about a country or city with the group.
$44,935 / year median in Maine
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Turn Bar Harbor Into an Unforgettable Experience Love Bar Harbor? Enjoy meeting new people, sharing great stories and creating memorable experiences? See Sight Tours isn't your average tour company. We're one of North America's fastest-growing small-group sightseeing operators, delivering unforgettable guest experiences across 22 cities—and counting. We're looking for friendly, dependable and enthusiastic Tour Guides who can bring Bar Harbor's history, character and natural beauty to life for visitors from around the world. From the town's historic streets and rugged coastline to Mount Desert Island and the breathtaking scenery of Acadia National Park, you'll help guests experience Bar Harbor through the eyes of someone who knows and loves the area. Why You'll Love Working With UsCompetitive Pay and Tips Earn between $20.00 and $22.00 per hour Receive additional income through guest tips Opportunities to earn performance-based bonuses Opportunities to take on more tours throughout the season Flexible Scheduling Choose the days and times you're available Work mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends Work part-time, full-time or as a flexible seasonal job Scheduling based on tour operations and seasonal demand Meet People From Around the World Connect with travelers visiting Bar Harbor and Acadia Share the area's history, culture, legends and hidden gems Showcase Maine's iconic coastline and natural beauty Make every tour feel personal, engaging and unforgettable Training and Ongoing Support Receive training before leading tours independently Ride along with experienced guides to learn the role Learn the tour routes, commentary and operational procedures Develop your storytelling and group-management skills Receive ongoing support from our Operations team What You'll Be Doing As a Tour Guide, you will: Welcome guests and create a positive first impression Provide safe and reliable roundtrip transportation Lead engaging small-group tours Visit Bar Harbor's landmarks, attractions and scenic locations Share entertaining stories, local history, legends and interesting facts Adapt your delivery to make each tour personal and engaging Assist guests with attraction tickets, reservations and tour logistics Work closely with Dispatch and Operations to keep tours running smoothly Ensure the tour vehicle is clean, comfortable and guest-ready Deliver an exceptional guest experience from beginning to end Who We're Looking For You may be a great fit if you: Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record Can provide a driving record upon request Are comfortable driving while engaging with guests Have strong communication, storytelling and public-speaking skills Are confident speaking to groups for several hours Can adapt to weather, delays and unexpected changes Are friendly, dependable and punctual Take pride in delivering excellent customer service Love Bar Harbor and are excited to show others what makes it special Are available to work weekends, holidays and during peak tourism seasons Previous experience in tourism, hospitality, acting, teaching, customer service or public speaking is an asset—but a positive attitude and willingness to learn matter most.