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EAGLERIDER RENTALS + TOURS

Tour Guide

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$11 - $23/hr

... guided motorcycle tour business. Today, we are the world's largest motorcycle tourism company ... Bikes, and Scooters. EagleRider understands the needs of motorcycle enthusiasts and adventure ...

J.C. BROMOC Corp.

Van Guide

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

... Bikes, and Scooters. EagleRider understands the needs of motorcycle enthusiasts and adventure ... The Van Guide will work directly with the Tour Guide and clients to support a guided motorcycle ...

EAGLERIDER RENTALS + TOURS

Van Guide

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$11 - $20/hr

... Bikes, and Scooters. EagleRider understands the needs of motorcycle enthusiasts and adventure ... The Van Guide will work directly with the Tour Guide and clients to support a guided motorcycle ...

Bikes and Hikes LA

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Assistant Bike Mechanic

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21 - $27/hr

This is a part-time position (15-20 hrs/week) with the opportunity to expand hours through tour guiding with our sister company, Bikes and Hikes LA. What You'll Do * Help customers find the right ...

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How much do bike tour guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for bike tour guide in California is $18.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $20.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a bike tour guide do?

A typical day for a Bike Tour Guide involves preparing equipment, greeting and briefing guests, leading groups along scenic or historical routes, and sharing local stories or insights throughout the journey. Guides must ensure participant safety, handle minor bike repairs or route adjustments as needed, and often coordinate with other staff or local partners, such as rental shops or hospitality venues. Days can vary with group sizes, weather conditions, and tour types, making flexibility an important part of the job. Guides also handle administrative tasks, such as recording guest information or post-tour feedback, to help improve future experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bike tour guide?

To thrive as a Bike Tour Guide, you need strong cycling ability, local area knowledge, and first aid certification, with a background in hospitality or tourism often preferred. Familiarity with GPS navigation, route planning software, and safety equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, group leadership, and customer service skills help guides engage participants and ensure enjoyable experiences. These combined skills are crucial for delivering safe, informative, and memorable bike tours that exceed guest expectations.

What is a bike tour guide?

A Bike Tour Guide leads guided cycling tours for groups, providing information about routes, landmarks, and local history. They ensure the safety of participants, maintain group pace, and offer assistance with bikes and gear. Guides may work in cities, national parks, or on long-distance tours, depending on the company and location. Strong communication skills, cycling proficiency, and knowledge of the area are essential.

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Infographic showing various Bike Tour Guide job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Part Time, 33% Temporary, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,612 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Bike Rental Tour Guide Host

Tour Store Llc

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Job description

NOTE: This is a seasonal part position now through October. Hours scheduled will be less than 29 hours per week. We are flexible with any school schedules; summer activities; or other jobs you may have. There are opportunities for additional commission and tips.

Job Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Bike Tour Guide to lead engaging and informative tours for our guests. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for sharing local history, culture, and attractions while providing exceptional customer service. As a Tour Guide, you will be responsible for creating memorable experiences that educate and entertain visitors. Other responsibilities include guiding groups on bikes; retail desk check in, ticket sales, tour upsells, bike facility operation; and activities as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct guided tours of various locations providing insightful commentary
  • Communicate effectively with diverse groups of people
  • Educate guests on the historical significance, cultural relevance, and facts
  • Demonstrate strong leadership skills by managing group dynamics
  • Utilize time management skills to adhere to scheduled tour times
  • Provide excellent customer service by addressing guest inquiries
  • Perform safety checks and ensure compliance with all safety protocols
  • Operate tour and bike desk check in desk as needed
  • Upsell tours and activities
  • Check in Guests; provide helmets; entire set up; safety spiels
  • Ferry Ticket Sales Desk

Experience

  • Bike Tour Experience is required with a strength in San Francisco History
  • Previous experience in a tourism customer-facing role
  • Strong public speaking skills with the ability to engage audiences of varying sizes.
  • Bilingual or multilingual capabilities are highly desirable
  • Proven ability to educate others in an engaging manner,
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service excellence.

Join our team as a Tour Guide and share your passion for exploration while creating unforgettable experiences for our visitors!

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal, Temporary

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour plus tips and incentives

Expected hours: 29 per week