What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Amusement Ride Operator II position at City of Burlington NC?
About us:
Burlington Recreation and Parks provide a diverse range of programs that enhances the well-being of our residents. Besides just being fun, Burlington's parks, programs and services provide opportunities to improve physical and mental health, develop our youth, focus on the environment and make a positive impact on our city.
What you will do:
This a part-time role within the Amusement Park area of Burlington City Park. The appointed individual main responsibility will be the Train or Carousel with on-site training provided. May be assigned one of the smaller 3 kiddie rides as needed. This position involves frequent weekend shifts from March to October, as well as morning and afternoon weekday shifts during the summer months (June to August). It entails working less than 1,000 hours per calendar year.
Shifts will vary depending on Season and Day of the Week. Starting in January and going until June, shifts will be Friday afternoon, Saturday morning or afternoon, or Sunday afternoon. Starting in June and going until August, shifts will be morning or afternoon Tuesday through Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Starting in August and going until the following Summer, shifts will be Friday afternoon, Saturday morning and afternoon, and Sunday afternoon.
Burlington Recreation and Parks provide a diverse range of programs that enhances the well-being of our residents. Besides just being fun, Burlington's parks, programs and services provide opportunities to improve physical and mental health, develop our youth, focus on the environment and make a positive impact on our city.
What you will do:
This a part-time role within the Amusement Park area of Burlington City Park. The appointed individual main responsibility will be the Train or Carousel with on-site training provided. May be assigned one of the smaller 3 kiddie rides as needed. This position involves frequent weekend shifts from March to October, as well as morning and afternoon weekday shifts during the summer months (June to August). It entails working less than 1,000 hours per calendar year.
- Daily Operations: Open and close assigned rides at the start and end of each day.
- Safety Inspections: Perform daily maintenance checks on your assigned ride to ensure proper functioning.
- Customer Interaction: The ability to load/unload guests. ADA compliance. Explain ride rules and safety regulations to participants in a friendly and professional manner.
- Ride Operations: Operate one of two amusement park rides, including the Denztel Carousel and Miniature Diesel Train. Kiddie Boats, Kiddie Planes, or Kiddie Cars, as needed.
- Safety Monitoring: Continuously oversee ride activity to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants.
- Positive Attitude: Maintain an enthusiastic and upbeat demeanor at all times.
- Guideline Adherence: Committed to following all directives set by the manager and the NC Department of Labor.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Previous experience in amusement park or carnival/ fair operations is desired but not required.
Shifts will vary depending on Season and Day of the Week. Starting in January and going until June, shifts will be Friday afternoon, Saturday morning or afternoon, or Sunday afternoon. Starting in June and going until August, shifts will be morning or afternoon Tuesday through Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Starting in August and going until the following Summer, shifts will be Friday afternoon, Saturday morning and afternoon, and Sunday afternoon.
Salary : $14 - $24