Ride Operator $17.50/HR

Canada's Wonderland; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,755,200; Part time

Job summary

Canada's Wonderland in Vallejo, CA is seeking seasonal associates for the 2026 operating season. Seasonal associates are let go for a period of no less than 13 weeks at the season's end.

You will provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience, ensure restraints are secure, and assist guests in and out of ride vehicles while keeping queues moving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Capable of standing, walking, stooping, bending and reaching during shifts.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Must react well in stressful and emergency situations.
• Taking direction from managers and supervisors.
• Must be able to pass ride certification tests with 100% accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience.
• Entertain guests and calm nerves as they board attractions.
• Push buttons and pull switches to launch attractions.
• Make sure seatbelts are tight, loose items are secure, and lap bars are locked to keep guests safe.
• Enforce rider restrictions and measure for height requirements.
• Assist guests in and out of ride vehicles and cycle through the line efficiently and cautiously.
• Keep ride patios and midways clean and looking great.
• Work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters.

Skills

Verbal communication

Stand/walk shifts

Flex schedule

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Calm under pressure

Ride certification

Job description

This is a seasonal position lasting for the 2026 operating season only. Seasonal associates are let go for a period of no less than 13 weeks at the end of the 2026 operating season.

Responsibilities

• Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience
• Entertain guests and calm their nerves as they board our world-class thrill machines
• Push buttons and pull switches to launch attractions through the course
• Make sure seatbelts are tight, loose items are secure, and lap bars are locked to keep guests safe
• Enforce rider restrictions and measure for height requirements
• Assist guests in and out of ride vehicles and cycle through the line efficiently and cautiously
• Keep ride patios and midways clean and looking great
• Work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older
• In rides you must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and reach throughout your shift
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Must react well in stressful and emergency situations
• Taking direction from managers and supervisors
• Must be able to pass ride certification tests with 100% accuracy