Senior Rides Operations Lead – Safety, Staffing & Growth

Carowinds; Marvin (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation (plus sick days and 8

Medical coverage options

401K match

FREE entry to ALL our parks and water

Complimentary tickets for friends and

Discounts on food and park merchandise

Employee events and gatherings

Job summary

Carowinds is seeking an Area Manager of Rides to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all park attractions at our North Carolina location. This role will also assist with hiring, leading, and developing talent day to day in tandem with another Rides Area Manager.

Reporting to the Rides Manager, you will work with other divisional managers to complete tasks and projects, and assist in other divisions as needed. Strong leadership, initiative, and time management are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of related experience in Ride Operations preferred.
• IRT Certified Instructor license preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct managerial staff.
• Excellent communication skills required to interact with park management, subordinates, guests, vendors, etc. to maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
• Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to credit, criminal, DMV, Previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state or provincial law.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Driver’s License Required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and controls resources of the Rides departments. Prepares operating plan and budget.
• Reviews all manufacture operating guidelines for rides/attractions to ensure all required policies and procedures are being met.
• Monitors operation of Rides attractions and makes necessary recommendations. Also monitors and takes appropriate action to ensure that all safety procedures are followed in area.
• Responds to and assists with emergency situations that may occur.
• Recruits, hires and trains part-time and seasonal associates to maintain optimal staffing levels throughout the operating season and within budget.
• Supervises subordinate seasonal management staff; supervisory duties include, instructing, assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; selecting new associates; acting on associate problems; motivating associates; recommending and approving associate promotions, transfers and discipline, and recommending discharge.
• Orders and purchases supplies. Follows established accounting procedures for documentation of purchases.Analyzes and monitors supplies expenses, recommending necessary adjustments to product and the operation. Evaluates products to ensure their cost and overall effectiveness.
• Receives and responds to guest comment reports and interacts with park guests in person; takes corrective action as necessary to maintain effectiveness of park services and products.
• Adheres to and enforces all Six Flags and specific park policies and procedures, including safety, attendance and EEO policies, and demonstrates commitment to guest service in all aspects of employment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree or equivalent.

Job description

Carowinds is seeking an Area Manager of Rides to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all park attractions at our North Carolina location. This role will also assist with hiring, leading, and developing talent day to day in tandem with another Rides Area Manager.

Reporting to the Rides Manager, you will work with other divisional managers to complete tasks and projects, and assist in other divisions as needed. Strong leadership, initiative, and time management are essential for success.