Park Quality Refuse Operator

Entertainment Places; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets

Park discounts on food, merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is seeking enthusiastic Ambassadors at SeaWorld Orlando. You will support park operations by cleaning, handling waste, and operating refuse equipment while maintaining guest areas in top condition.

The role requires 18+ years old, ability to work overnight shifts, a valid driver’s license, and forklift experience. Certification helps, training will be provided, and you’ll enjoy a fun, fast‑paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and not in high school.
• Able to work overnight shifts 3:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Forklift experience required.
• Certification is a plus but not required.
• Must be able to pass forklift training.

Responsibilities

• Consistently model professional and leadership behavior per policies.
• Transport and dispose of waste and recyclables safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness by servicing trash receptacles and keeping guest areas presentable.
• Operate refuse equipment and vehicles safely.
• Monitor waste levels to prevent overflow and keep park appearance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Valid driver’s license

Overnight shift readiness

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What you get to do:

• Consistently model appropriate professional and leadership behavior adhering to all company and department policies and procedures
• Collect, transport, and dispose of waste and recyclable materials throughout the park in a safe and efficient manner
• Maintain cleanliness standards by servicing trash receptacles and ensuring guest areas remain presentable at all times
• Operate refuse equipment and vehicles in accordance with safety guidelines and operational procedures
• Monitor waste levels and proactively respond to high-volume areas to prevent overflow and maintain park appearance
• Support overall park operations by assisting with cleanliness-related requests and special projects as needed
• Must be comfortable operating heavy equipment in a safe and controlled manner
• Perform other duties as assigned by department in addition to maintaining normal operations responsibilities

What it takes to succeed:

• 18 + years old, not in high school.
• Available to work overnight shifts between the hours of 3:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Required forklift experience.
• Valid certification a plus but not needed.
• Need to be able to pass forklift training.

What else is important:

• Model of consistently giving extraordinary service on the job
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have a working knowledge of the Park Quality department
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Highly motivated department role model
• Ability to effectively communicate information to both ambassadors and guests
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions and temperature extremes
• Available to work varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include working primarily overnight shifts, as well as weekends and holidays

The perks of the position:

Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.