Thrill Ride Operator — Safe, Fast-Paced Team Player

Six Flags New England; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags New England in Agawam, MA is hiring for ride attendants and ride operators to help launch and load attractions while ensuring guest safety and a fun, high‑energy experience for every guest.

Starting pay is $15.00 per hour for Ride Attendant (16/17) and $15.50 per hour for Ride Operator (18+). You will perform safety checks, assist guests in and out of ride vehicles, and keep queues, lines, and rides orderly and secure.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to pass ride certification tests.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Friendly, outgoing personality inviting guests to your boarding station.
• Positive attitude to make guests excited about their ride.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Must be 16 years or older.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to communicate effectively in English.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job, including walking long distances, standing for long periods, lifting, working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Providing guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience.
• Entertaining guests and calming their nerves as they board our world-class rides and attractions.
• Controlling buttons and switches to launch attractions out onto the ride course.
• Ensuring the overall safe operation of your assigned ride or attraction.
• Making sure seat belts are tight, loose items are secure, and lap bars are locked to keep guests safe.
• Enforcing rider restrictions and ensuring guest meet the height requirements.
• Assisting guests in and out of ride vehicles and cycle through the line with a safe sense of urgency.
• Keeping ride patios, queue lines, and midways clean and looking great.
• Acting as a first responder to ride emergencies to keep guests calm.
• Enforcing all Six Flags New England policies.
• Assisting in other areas of the Rides Department.
• Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Job description

Six Flags New England in Agawam, MA is hiring for ride attendants and ride operators to help launch and load attractions while ensuring guest safety and a fun, high‑energy experience for every guest.

Starting pay is $15.00 per hour for Ride Attendant (16/17) and $15.50 per hour for Ride Operator (18+). You will perform safety checks, assist guests in and out of ride vehicles, and keep queues, lines, and rides orderly and secure.