Ride Operator

SeaWorld; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts for family and friends

Park discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

Busch Gardens Williamsburg is seeking a guest services ambassador to help provide exceptional guest service, ensure ride safety, and deliver the thrills guests love. You will monitor rides, assist in loading and unloading guests, and uphold park safety guidelines while interacting with visitors.

This role requires at least 16 years old, strong English communication, the ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Strong English language communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal abilities.
• A commitment to great customer service.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable with heights.
• Able to stand for full shifts.
• CPR/AED training provided by the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional guest service while delivering the thrills and excitement Busch Gardens is known for.
• Monitor rides and follow all safety regulations.
• Assist in loading and unloading guests from rides.
• Interact with guests while enforcing park safety guidelines.
• Participate in American Red Cross trainings and audits as required.
• Attend in-service meetings and cross-train in other park areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and a professional appearance in your area.
• Report unsafe situations promptly.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

What you get to do:

You’ll provide exceptional guest service while delivering the thrills and excitement we’re known around the world for. You will ensure excellent guest service by responding to and exceeding their requirements, expectations and needs. In all you do, you will consistently practice safe work habits, including the use of personal protection equipment (PPE). You will also:

• Monitor rides, following all safety regulations
• Ensure guests meet ride admission requirements
• Assist in loading and unloading guests from ride
• Interact with guests while implementing park safety guidelines
• Participate in American Red Cross and organization audit processes
• Attend in-service meetings and cross-train to work in other park areas
• Maintain the cleanliness of your area
• Maintain a professional appearance
• Report unsafe situations

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 16 years of age
• Strong English language communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal abilities
• A commitment to great customer service
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 40 lbs.
• You must be comfortable with heights
• Ability to stand for entire shift
• You must successfully pass the company provided and paid American Red Cross certification trainings to include CPR and AED
• You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

Compensation:

13.00 USD

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.