Supervisor, Ride Operations

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Williamsburg, VA, USA
In-Office
16-16 Hourly
Entry level
News + Entertainment • Sports • Travel • Hospitality
The Role
Lead and coach ride operations team to deliver safe, high-quality guest service. Oversee safety checks, training, staffing, cleanliness, inventory, reporting, and emergency response while ensuring compliance with regulations and park policies.
Summary Generated by Built In

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Job Description
What you get to do:
You will lead and inspire a team of ambassadors in delivering an exemplary level of guest service. As a team leader, you will model a positive attitude, a high level of energy and an unyielding commitment to quality. You will:
  • Ensure a safe environment for all team members, guests, and animals
  • Responsible for the development of Assistant Supervisor and ambassadors by providing training, feedback and coaching.
  • Ensure compliance to all state/federal regulations, park policies, and department procedures
  • Ensure ambassadors receive break and meal periods in accordance with company policy and applicable law
  • Maintain the highest level of cleanliness in the park, conduct quality inspections of assigned areas, and follow up on any opportunities to improve
  • Maintain inventory and stock/replace areas supplies and equipment as needed
  • Conduct equipment and safety checks in compliance with department and company standards
  • Attend to ambassadors and follow park protocol in emergency situations
  • Respond to ambassador and guest needs
  • Communicate effectively with other areas within the department as well as other departments in the park
  • Track information to complete daily and weekly reports
  • Report to leadership regarding the status of projects and completed assignments

What it takes to succeed:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Able to complete provided CPR/AED training/certification
  • Able to be trained and certified at all assigned areas and job functions
  • Able to climb stairs/ladders
  • Able to operate and maneuver in/around tight spaces
  • Able to use heavy equipment for cleaning
  • Comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations
  • Able to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes
  • Able to train on and properly use protective gear
  • Comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor
  • Able to bend, sit, stand, squat, stoop, walk, kneel, reach with hands and arms at shoulder level or below, climb and reach with hands and arms above shoulder level
  • Stand, walk, and/or sit for prolonged periods of time
  • Ability to positively interact with guests, co-workers, and vendors of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs
  • Comfortable speaking in front of large groups of guests and team members
  • Able to remain calm and professional during challenging situations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
  • Skilled in organization and planning
  • Able to lift or move 75lbs
  • Possession of a valid state driver's license preferred
  • 1 Year in Theme Park ride operation preferred

What else is important:

  • Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  • Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  • Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is not an all-encompassing list and additional duties may be assigned based on business needs. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation: $15.50 USD

The perks of the position:

  • Paid Time Off
  • Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
  • Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K Retirement plan
  • Voluntary Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

Skills Required

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to complete CPR/AED training/certification
  • Able to be trained and certified at all assigned areas and job functions
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders
  • Ability to operate and maneuver in/around tight spaces
  • Able to use heavy equipment for cleaning
  • Comfortable with exposure to noise, vibrations, fumes, dust, and odors
  • Able to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes
  • Able to train on and properly use protective gear
  • Physical abilities including bending, sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, walking, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and standing/walking/sitting for prolonged periods
  • Ability to lift or move 75 lbs
  • Ability to positively interact with guests, co-workers, vendors, and individuals with special needs
  • Comfortable speaking in front of large groups of guests and team members
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
  • Skilled in organization and planning
  • Possession of a valid state driver's license
  • 1 year in theme park ride operation
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The Company
HQ: Orlando, FL
3,300 Employees
Year Founded: 1964

What We Do

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (now United Parks & Resorts) is a leading theme park and entertainment company that operates a portfolio of destination and regional theme parks across the United States, focusing on animal experiences and conservation.

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