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How much do housing tour guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for housing tour guide in the United States is $18.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a housing tour guide?

Housing tour guides are individuals who lead prospective residents, students, or clients through residential properties such as apartments, dormitories, or housing complexes. They provide detailed information about the facilities, amenities, and policies, and answer questions to help visitors make informed decisions. Housing tour guides often represent universities, property management companies, or real estate agencies, ensuring that tours are informative, welcoming, and tailored to visitors' needs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a housing tour guide?

To thrive as a Housing Tour Guide, you need a strong knowledge of the properties, local area, and leasing policies, typically supported by experience in real estate or customer service. Familiarity with property management software, scheduling tools, and digital presentation platforms is often required. Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to build rapport with diverse clients help you stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for effectively showcasing properties, answering client questions, and ensuring a positive and informative tour experience.

What are common challenges faced by housing tour guides and how can they be overcome?

Housing Tour Guides often encounter challenges such as managing groups with diverse questions, adapting to unexpected schedule changes, and addressing last-minute concerns from prospective residents. To overcome these, guides benefit from strong communication skills, thorough knowledge of the housing facilities, and the ability to remain flexible under pressure. Building rapport with guests and staying updated on housing policies also help ensure a smooth and informative tour experience for all participants.

What is the difference between Housing Tour Guide vs Property Leasing Agent?

AspectHousing Tour GuideProperty Leasing Agent
Required CredentialsNone typically required, some knowledge of housing optionsReal estate license or certification often required
Work EnvironmentTouring properties with prospective tenants, often in showings or open housesAssisting clients with leasing, handling applications, and negotiations
Employer & IndustryReal estate agencies, property management companies, housing developmentsReal estate brokerages, property management firms, leasing offices

While both roles involve working with prospective tenants and housing options, a Housing Tour Guide primarily focuses on showing properties and providing information during tours. In contrast, a Property Leasing Agent handles the leasing process, including applications and negotiations. Both roles are essential in the housing industry but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Housing Tour Guide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Snowmobile Tour Guide

T-Lazy-7 Ranch Snowmobiles

Aspen, CO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

T-Lazy-7 Ranch is family-owned and operated for over 85 years, and our snowmobile tours are in high-demand, attracting Aspen's elite clientele. Nestled in Aspen's Maroon Creek Valley, under the watchful gaze of the 14,000 ft. Pyramid Peak, T-Lazy-7 Ranch is just minutes by car from town and minutes by snowmobile to the Maroon Bells, one of North America's most photographed mountain peaks.
T-Lazy-7 Snowmobiles seeks energetic and enthusiastic people for its Snowmobile Tour Business. Do you love knowing that you are creating lasting memories for guests? Do you find it exciting to meet new people every day from all over the world? Do you thrive in a natural environment? Do you pride yourself on your impeccable presentation, hard work ethic, and ability to connect with people in a fun and memorable way?
About the role
In the Snowmobile Tour Guide position, you are part of a continuing tradition of providing first-rate snowmobile adventures, classing T-Lazy-7 Snowmobiles as the premier snowmobile tour company in Aspen. And because T-Lazy-7 is a ranch, your role will be unique as it will include duties that keep a ranch going in the winter!
In this role, you will be...
  • Maintaining guest safety while providing a fun snowmobiling adventure, complete with history, lunch or hot chocolate, and once-in-a-lifetime views
  • Ensuring smooth and exceptional tour experiences for guests through daily tour preparation
  • Part of a crew that has a long-standing reputation for being the elite in guides
  • Part of a crew that keeps this historic ranch and its legacy going
  • Remembered for providing the snowmobile experience guests will recall for a lifetime

Duties
  • Guiding scenic snowmobile tours
  • Prepping snowmobiles for tours
  • Fitting guests with helmets and boots or snow suits as needed
  • Providing instruction to guests on snowmobile operation and safety
  • Relaying history and information about the area (information provided)
  • Moving/lifting snowmobiles
  • Performing basic maintenance of snowmobiles (changing belts and spark plugs, refilling gas, etc.)
  • Snow removal from snowmobiles, snow cats and vehicles
  • Snow shoveling from stairs, paths, and buildings
  • Snow shoveling for trail maintenance
  • Seeing that guests maintain safety and comfort
  • Assisting with any work required to get snowmobile operations up-and-running prior to the Season open of business (if employee is available prior to season start date)
  • Shuttling guests in company vehicles
  • Performing first aid and responding to and assisting with emergencies (per company protocol)
  • Grilling hamburgers and preparing food for lunch tours, stocking supplies, setting up and breaking down refreshment stations, cleaning up after lunch
  • Cleaning/maintaining snowmobile restrooms and employee area
  • Hauling supplies to the Klondike and Independence cabins and warming huts via snowmobile and trailer
  • Collecting and disposing of trash from Klondike cabin, warming huts, shops, and offices
  • Assisting with special events as needed
  • Making every effort to see that guests are enjoying themselves and that any guest issues are resolved with respect and kindness

Additional Duties May Include:
  • Feeding the goats, llamas and other ranch animals (if necessary)
  • Assisting with general ranch maintenance (specifically early and late season)

Preferred Skills
  • Previous guide experience
  • Previous snowmobile, ATV and/or motorcycle experience
  • Previous experience speaking in front of crowds
  • Advanced medical training

Requirements
  • Must be eligible to work in the USA
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Valid driver's license, with no restrictions
  • Current First Aid/CPR certification - training provided
  • Able to move/lift up to 100 lbs without injury to self
  • Able to withstand cold weather for extended periods of time
  • Able to withstand vibration, as well as hand and upper body tension of operating snowmobile for extended periods of time
  • Able to shovel snow for extended periods of time
  • Impeccable personal presentation (e.g., grooming, cleanliness, neatness)
  • Exceptional spoken English-language skills
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Communication on a two-way radio
  • Work well in team environment
  • Available to work a 5-day work week and more during holidays
  • Available to work weekends, evenings and holidays
  • Live on premises (full-time only)
  • Successful completion of a background check

Seasonal Employment & Availability Requirement
  • The Snowmobile Tour Guide position is a contracted seasonal, full-time position starting November 23, 2026, and going through April 15, 2027.
  • Seasonal employees must be available to work all days tours are offered during the contracted time. Tours are offered Tuesday through Saturday and every day during the holidays.
  • Job candidates with planned vacations or special events during the contracted period may wish to reconsider applying.

Pay & Perks:
  • Free shared housing with private bedroom (utilities included, couples share a bedroom, no pets allowed)
  • Free seasonal ski pass to Aspen Highlands
  • Professional discounts
  • End-of-season completion bonus
  • Opportunity for performance bonus

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