Float Driver (18 yrs+) Seasonal - SeaWorld San Diego

SeaWorld•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals, having rescued over 40,000 animals. We invite enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to join our team as Ambassadors to help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to guests. This is a seasonal role, specifically to assist for the Summer Season at SeaWorld San Diego. Hours may vary based on business need, with shifts typically lasting 2.75 hours in the evening time. United Parks & Resorts, a leader in themed-park and entertainment, builds its success on animal care and delivering memorable experiences, and is committed to employee professional development.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to lift and move 50 pounds required.
Strong written/verbal communication skills; able to read, write and speak English.
Positive attitude, team player; multi-tasking skills, collaboration skills.
Be willing to comply with all company grooming guidelines and employment standards.
Ability to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements to include but not limited to passing required tests and certifications within established timelines.
Must have a valid state driver’s license with no major infractions and the ability to obtain a company parks driver’s permit.
Must be able to react quickly to both audio and visual directions.
Must be comfortable working in tight spaces and in close proximity to other people.
Must be comfortable utilizing all required PPE including but not limited to dual ear over the ear hearing protection.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather conditions.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, overnights and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating heavy machinery (forklifts, man lifts, pickup trucks, box trucks) strongly preferred.
6 months theater or live show experience in an operational capacity preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and maneuver float vehicles weighing up to 16,500lbs.
Responsible for the safe driving of parade floats along parade route as well as into and out of storage.
Perform start of day of checks on parade floats as well as maintain logging on vehicle and technical element performance.
Duties include, but are not limited to, towing of other float units; driving backstage and onstage; loading and unloading of characters; and assisting with props and Technical Systems readiness.
Adhere to all safety guidelines, procedures, and pre-determined routes and cues.
Assists in the startup and preparation of all floats including but not limited to cleaning, effect preparation, set props.
Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Operate technical equipment such as on-board show control, communications, Audio, Lighting, Video and Special Effects.
Including operation of theatrical effects and float to music.
Consistently demonstrates courteous and professional behavior in all work aspects with all ambassadors and guests.
Maintains a professional appearance that meets grooming standards.
Perform and complete assigned tasks from management as needed.
Consistently practice safe work habits including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), lifting, and reporting unsafe situations.