Olive Jobs
New York Botanical Garden logo

Tram Driver

Part-time

New York Botanical Garden

New York, NYPart-time$21/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
Evaluate my fit

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

Don't just apply. Show up ready.

Olive works from this exact posting — no sign-up to start.

Evaluate your fitSee where you stand — strengths, gaps, and what to fix first.Get started →Tailor your résuméRewritten against this posting, with a diff of every change.Get started →Practice the interviewA voice mock interview built from this job description.Get started →

At a glance

Compensation
$21/hr
Location
New York, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver License

Job overview

New York Botanical Garden is hiring a Tram Driver. Tram Drivers operate tram vehicles safely and professionally, providing narration for tours of the Garden grounds, collections, and exhibits. They emphasize customer service and vehicular safety, adhering to institutional and departmental policies. Drivers also perform duties as Visitor Services Attendants as needed.

Key focus areas include Maintain vehicle including fueling and cleaning, Provide safe transport of passengers through the Garden grounds, and Provide narrative explanation during tours.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver License and Open Availability 9-6 Weekends. Important skills include Communication Skills and Customer Service.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Communication SkillsCustomer Service

Qualifications

Valid Driver License1+ Year Driver License ExperienceAvailable Weekends, Weekdays, and HolidaysOpen Availability 9 AM to 6 PM on WeekendsAvailability for at Least 2 Weekdays

Full job description

Title:

Tram Driver

Position Summary

Tram Drivers operate tram vehicles in a safe and professional manner as outlined in the tram driver training manual with emphasis on customer service and vehicular safety. Tram drivers provide narration for the tour of the Garden grounds, collections, and exhibits.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Maintenance of vehicle including fueling and cleaning.

  • Provide safe transport of passengers through the Garden grounds while providing narrative explanation.

  • Observance of both institutional and departmental policies and protocols.

  • Conduct all transactions in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by the Visitor Services Department.

  • Act as a Visitor Services Attendant and/or perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid Driver License for a minimum of one (1) year.

  • Must have excellent communications skills.

  • Must be available to work weekends, weekdays, and holidays.

  • Previous customer service experience desired.

Physical Demand & Work Environment

  • While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. The employee may be required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time and may also be asked to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Schedule

  • This is a temporary part-time role .

  • Candidates must have open availability from 9 AM to 6 PM on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), as well as availability for at least 2 weekday

Rate

  • $21 per hour

If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected]

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.

Evaluate my fit