Ride Operator

Canada's Wonderland; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 21,352; Part time

Job summary

Canada's Wonderland in Agawam, Massachusetts, is hiring Ride Attendants and Ride Operators. You will be responsible for providing guests with a safe and enjoyable experience while managing ride operations. Ideal candidates will have a friendly personality and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old and willing to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Starting pay is $15.00/hour for attendants and $15.50/hour for operators.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Ability to pass ride certification tests.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and enjoyable ride experience.
• Entertain and calm guests as they board.
• Ensure safe operation of assigned ride.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Friendly personality

Calm under pressure

Job description

Overview

Ready for a job that will throw you for a loop? Drop into our ride operations team and twist your way to success. Whether you’re launching coasters or safely loading them, you’ll be the one to make the thrills come alive!

Starting Pay:

Ride Attendant (16/17 years of age): $15.00/Hour

Ride Operator (18 or older): $15.50/Hour

Responsibilities

• Providing guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience
• Entertaining guests and calming their nerves as they board our world‑class rides and attractions
• Controlling buttons and switches to launch attractions out onto the ride course
• Ensuring the overall safe operation of your assigned ride or attraction
• Making sure seat belts are tight, loose items are secure, and lap bars are locked to keep guests safe
• Enforcing rider restrictions and ensuring guests meet the height requirements
• Assisting guests in and out of ride vehicles and cycle through the line with a safe sense of urgency
• Keeping ride patios, queue lines, and midways clean and looking great
• Acting as a first responder to ride emergencies to keep guests calm
• Enforcing all Six Flags New England policies
• Assisting in other areas of the Rides Department
• Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to work in an environment as fast‑paced as our coasters
• Ability to pass ride certification tests
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Friendly, outgoing personality inviting guests to your boarding station
• Positive attitude to make guests excited about their ride
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Must be 16 years or older
• Willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak, and understand the English language
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, including walking long distances, standing for long periods of time, lifting, working at heights, etc