Idlewild- Ride Operator

Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.
Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the country's largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark, Kennywood Park, America's Oldest Amusement Park, Lake Compounce, the world's first ever Cartoon Network Hotel, Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other family-friendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.
Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators, with more than 60 different assets (theme parks, zoos and marine parks, water parks and other attractions), spread out over various countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia.
Are you ready to be at the helm of excitement, ensuring that every twist, turn, and loop is executed with precision and safety? We're seeking passionate and
Job Description Summary
Are you ready for an opportunity that will satisfy your inner ride enthusiast? Do you consider yourself friendly, safety-conscious, and patient with guests? Are you at least 16 years of age? If you answered yes to these questions, you might just be the perfect addition to our Ride Operations team!
Join a team where collaboration and camaraderie are not just buzzwords but the heart of our workplace! We believe in lifting each other as we work toward common goals.
Ride Operations team members are responsible for the safe and hospitable operation of all of the attractions at Idlewild and SoakZone. This position is responsible for learning, retaining, and enforcing all departmental safety requirements while creating a friendly and hospitable environment for all of our guests.
Join a workplace that celebrates your contributions and sees each day as an opportunity for personal and professional growth. Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us? Apply now and let's build something incredible together!
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Idlewild- Ride Operator
Roles & Responsibilities:
Roles & Responsibilities

• Greet all guests with a friendly smile and positive attitude!
• Smile and communicate with fellow team members
• Provide excellent customer service by engaging guests in an inviting manner and answering questions related to the attraction and park
• Successfully obtain IROC certification (trained and certified by the park)
• Conduct morning inspections of assigned ride before daily operation begins
• Responsible to check that each guest entering a ride has a wristband
• Perform accurate height checks and uphold height requirements for all park rides and attractions
• Direct guests to and from the ride area and assist in the loading and unloading of rides, which can include assisting guests in or out of rides as needed
• Provide safety speeches to guests by using a microphone
• Physically check all safety restraints to ensure they are in the correct and locked positions before ride cycle begins
• Safely operate rides by always remaining vigilant and aware
• Remain alert and quickly react to stop a ride properly in case of an emergency that occurs on a ride
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment to ensure the safety of all guests and team members
• Support our park through other duties as assigned by your manager

Education and Experience: No minimum educational requirements.
Languages: English
Basic Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of age on the date of applying
• Successfully obtain IROC certification
• Must be able to speak and read the English language
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
• Must work well with other team members and be able to interact with our guests in a fast-paced environment
• Must display a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and professional image in compliance with Idlewild and SoakZone guidelines

Requirements:

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to work at least 1 weekend day (Saturday, Sunday) per week throughout the operating season
• Must be able to work at least three (3) days per week and at least 24 hours per week from June through August (Shifts are available starting in May and continue through October.)

Working Conditions:

• Team Members are subject to a variety of weather conditions, including but not limited to: extreme heat, humidity, sun exposure, cold, and inclement weather.
• Physical requirements include the ability to stand (for up to five hours at a time), walk long distances within the park, bend at the waist and knees and have repeated manual dexterity; the ability to carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds without assistance on a regular basis; and the ability to regularly reach above shoulder level

Idlewild and Soakzone is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Team member benefits:
Working at Idlewild and SoakZoneis about making people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As an Idlewild and SoakZoneemployee, you can be the smiling face that greets incoming guests, a cook that makes things happen in the kitchen or a Ride Operator that keeps people entertained and safe.
Idlewild Perks & Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Idlewild and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
• Invited to exclusive employee events throughout the season

We've got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Idlewild and SoakZone. Apply today!
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