Ride Operator: Safe Fun & Guest Satisfaction

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor in McHenry, IL seeks a Ride Operator to ensure a fun and safe experience on our wide-variety of rides. You will greet guests, answer questions, enforce safety rules and monitor operations outdoors in a fast-paced setting.

This role requires a minimum age of 16, flexible availability including weekends and holidays, and the ability to stand for long periods. Training will cover ride safety, operation procedures, and guest service excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• Flexible availability including weekends, weeknights, and holidays.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to communicate effectively in English (read, speak and understand).
• Stand/walk for up to 5 hours at a time and as many as 16 hours a day.
• Willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Attend required Rides Department training and ride-specific training.
• Provide courteous greetings and respond to Guest questions; resolve comments when possible.
• Ensure Guest safety and satisfaction during their visit.
• Enforce rider restrictions including height requirements.
• Operate the ride controls and monitor for safe operation; stop ride during emergencies.
• Validate Fast Lane wristbands and assist with loading to maximize capacity.
• Watch ride operations and assist Guests exiting the ride.
• Report unsafe acts to Supervisors and maintain ride area cleanliness.

Skills

Minimum Age

Flexible availability

Fast-paced environment

English communication

Stamina for long periods

Outdoor work

Job description

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor in McHenry, IL seeks a Ride Operator to ensure a fun and safe experience on our wide-variety of rides. You will greet guests, answer questions, enforce safety rules and monitor operations outdoors in a fast-paced setting.

This role requires a minimum age of 16, flexible availability including weekends and holidays, and the ability to stand for long periods. Training will cover ride safety, operation procedures, and guest service excellence.