Part-Time Amusement Ride Operator I

City of Burlington NC; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training

Job summary

City of Burlington NC is seeking a part-time Amusement Park ride operator for the Burlington City Park Kiddie Rides. You will operate one of three rides, with on-site training provided, and handle daily openings and closings.

The role requires weekend work March–October and varying summer weekday shifts, totaling less than 1,000 hours per year. Candidates should be 18+ and ready to follow safety rules and department guidance to ensure a safe, fun experience for youngsters.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Part-time role operating kiddie amusement rides with on-site training.
• Frequent weekend shifts Mar–Oct; <1,000 hours per calendar year.
• Follow directions from the manager and NC Department of Labor.

Responsibilities

• Open and close assigned rides daily.
• Perform daily safety inspections on the ride you operate.
• Explain ride rules and safety regulations to participants.
• Operate one of three kiddie rides: Kiddie Boats, Kiddie Planes, or Kiddie Cars.
• Continuously monitor ride activity to ensure safety.

Skills

Positive Attitude

Guideline Adherence

Job description

About us:

Burlington Recreation and Parks provide a diverse range of programs that enhances the well-being of our residents. Besides just being fun, Burlington's parks, programs and services provide opportunities to improve physical and mental health, develop our youth, focus on the environment and make a positive impact on our city.

What you will do:

This a part-time role within the Amusement Park area of Burlington City Park. The appointed individual will operate any or all of the 3 kiddie amusement rides located there, with on-site training provided. This position involves frequent weekend shifts from March to October, as well as morning and afternoon weekday shifts during the summer months (June to August). It entails working less than 1,000 hours per calendar year.

• Daily Operations: Open and close assigned rides at the start and end of each day.
• Safety Inspections: Perform daily maintenance checks on your assigned ride to ensure proper functioning.
• Customer Interaction: Explain ride rules and safety regulations to participants in a friendly and professional manner.
• Ride Operations: Operate one of three kiddie amusement park rides, including the Kiddie Boats, Kiddie Planes, or Kiddie Cars.
• Safety Monitoring: Continuously oversee ride activity to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants.

Abilities:

• Positive Attitude: Maintain an enthusiastic and upbeat demeanor at all times.
• Guideline Adherence: Committed to following all directives set by the manager and the NC Department of Labor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in amusement park or carnival/ fair operations is desired but not required.

Work Schedule:

Shifts will vary depending on Season and Day of the Week. Starting in January and going until June, shifts will be Friday afternoon, Saturday morning or afternoon, or Sunday afternoon. Starting in June and going until August, shifts will be morning or afternoon Tuesday through Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Starting in August and going until the following Summer, shifts will be Friday afternoon, Saturday morning and afternoon, and Sunday afternoon.