Security Officer: Pay Starting at $17/hr

Six Flags New England; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags New England is seeking a Security Officer to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for guests and employees. Responsibilities include patrolling the park, managing access, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations. This is a full-time position with a starting pay rate of $17/hr.

Benefits

Free admission to Six Flags parks

Complimentary day tickets for friends and family

Discounts on food and merchandise

401K for eligible employees

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to lift, carry, and balance heavy loads.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling and inspecting assigned areas of the park.
• Controlling park access and checking vehicle permits.
• Monitoring for safety hazards and responding to emergencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Security Officer: Pay Starting at $17/hr

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Six Flags New England provided pay range

This range is provided by Six Flags New England. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $17.00/hr

We strive to provide a safe and fun environment for all those we come to our park. With your commitment to safety, you’ll patrol our park and parking lots, and control metal detectors, checking everything from guests’ bags to employee badges. You’ll protect our team and our property – all while securing valuable law experience and rewarding benefits. Pay Starting at $16.00/hour

As a Security Officer at the Thrill Capital of New England…

You’ll Contribute To Our Mission By

• Interacting with guests providing directions and assistance
• Protecting employees, guests, and company property
• Controlling park access, checking vehicle permits and scanning ID badges for team members, vendors, and contractors
• Patrolling and inspecting assigned areas of the park
• Keeping unauthorized personnel out of restricted areas
• Greeting and screening entering through metal detection and check their bags for prohibited items
• Rapidly responding to active alarms, first aid, and other emergency situations
• Monitoring all areas for safety hazards, including fire, theft, and vandalism
• Maintaining ride queue lines, sending line jumpers to the back to ensure an efficient boarding process
• Writing detailed reports of damage, incident logs, and security records
• Apprehending violators, including on-foot pursuits when necessary
• Escorting guests and team members as needed for assistance and protection
• Enforcing all Six Flags New England policies
• Assisting in other areas of the Security Department
• Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
  
  

You’ll Do It With Your

• Ability to work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact in a positive manner
• Strong attention to detail
• Cautious and reliable nature
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to a safe environment
  
  

You’ll Know You’re Ready When

• Must be 18 years or older
• Able to lift, carry, and balance heavy loads
• Physical qualifications to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and reach throughout your shift
• 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.
  
  

What You’ll Get

• Free admission to Six Flags parks
• Complimentary day tickets and season passes for friends and family
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee rewards and events like ride nights and picnics
• Discounts on food and merchandise while visiting as a guest, and additional discounts though our Perk Spot program
• 401K for eligible employees
  
  

Note: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. Team Members may perform other related duties as required, meeting the on-going needs of the company.

As a company that welcomes millions of guests to our parks annually, Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is committed to fostering a workplace culture in which diversity, equity, and inclusion are embraced and promoted. We strive to create a sense of belonging, where our associates and guests are treated with respect and made to feel welcome. We aim to create a culture where our differences are celebrated, recognizing that the best ideas are born from opportunity and that each of us can contribute meaningfully when included in the conversation.

At Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, our team has helped us become a world leader in creating FUN experiences for all. More than 28 million guests visit us every year, enjoying our regional amusement park and waterparks along with our resort, hotel, and recreational properties. Within a creative, supportive work culture that celebrates our differences, our team members make sure that every individual is treated with respect and made to feel welcomed. In our parks and on our team, everyone contributes meaningfully and wholeheartedly to the FUN!

Six Flags New England is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a Drug Free Workplace

If you are able to answer "YES" to all of the following questions, please continue the application process by clicking "Apply"

• Can you provide legal documentation establishing your identity and eligibility to be legally employed in the United States?
• Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying with or without reasonable accommodation?
• Within the last 90 days, can you state that you have not used illegal or social drugs (excluding marijuana), such as MDMA (Molly), cocaine and crystal methamphetamine?
  
  

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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