Ride Operator
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Job overview
Six Flags Great Adventure is hiring a Ride Operator. Join the ride operation team to provide guests with a safe and enjoyable experience at Six Flags Great Adventure. Responsibilities include launching attractions, ensuring guest safety on rides, enforcing restrictions, and assisting guests. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule.
Key focus areas include Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience, Entertain guests and calm their nerves as they board thrill machines, and Push buttons and pull switches to launch attractions through the course.
Successful candidates bring Must Be 16+, Physical Ability To Stand Walk Stoop Bend Reach, and Read And Understand English. Important skills include Communication, Read English, and Understand English.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
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Expected Start Date
07/20/2026
Compensation
$ - $16.00 / Hourly
Hours Per Week
35
Number Of Positions
50
Shift
Unspecified
Job Description
Overview:
Ready for a job that will throw you for a loop? Drop into our ride operation team and twist your way to success. Whether you’re launching coasters or safely loading them, you’ll be the one to make the thrills happen!
Pay rate: $16.00/Hour
Responsibilities:
As a Ride Operator, you will:
-Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience.
-Entertain guests and calm their nerves as they board our world-class thrill machines.
-Push buttons and pull switches to launch attractions through the course.
-Make sure seat belts are tight, loose items are secure, and lap bars are locked to keep guests safe.
-Enforce rider restrictions and measure for height requirements.
-Assist guests in and out of ride vehicles and cycle through the line efficiently and cautiously.
-Keep ride patios and midways clean and looking great.
-Act as a first responder to ride emergencies and respond appropriately.
Qualifications:
-Must be 16 years or older.
-In rides you must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and reach throughout your shift.
-Excellent verbal communication skills.
-Must be able to read and understand English.
-Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
**What's in it for you? **
Free Food for Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day
Exclusive Rides parties for all employees.
Scholarship Opportunities
Professional Development
Complimentary tickets
In-Park discounts and more!
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
Ride Operator
Job Type
Part Time
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