Ride Operator - Seasonal (18 years old + | Sesame Place California)

Sea World•San Diego, CA

6d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

SEASONAL POSITION Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today! This is a seasonal role Please note: We are not accepting J-1 Visa students at this time and do not sponsor visas at our park. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of their interview and will be required to provide proof of work authorization upon hire. Please ensure you are available to attend an in-person interview at the date and time you select, as exceptions cannot be made to this requirement. Ride Operator Life has its ups and downs, and its twists and turns. And you’ll deliver them all to our guests in a big way! And you’ll do it all in a way that ensures the highest standards of safety, security and guest satisfaction. Sound like fun? Join us! What you get to do: As a Ride Operator, you’ll provide exceptional guest service while delivering the thrills and excitement we’re known around the world for. You will ensure excellent guest service by responding to and exceeding their requirements, expectations and needs. In all you do, you will consistently practice safe work habits, including the use of personal protection equipment (PPE). You will also: Monitor rides, following all safety regulations Test equipment before opening ride Ensure guests meet ride admission requirements Assist in loading and unloading guests from ride Maintain area cleanliness Maintain guest safety Answer guest questions and advise them on show times and park attractions Maintain a professional appearance Report unsafe situations Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests Perform other duties as assigned What it takes to succeed: At least 18 years of age Strong communication skills Exceptional interpersonal abilities A commitment to great customer service Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs. What else is important: Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs. Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed You will perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing) Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes Strong written/verbal communication skills; able to read, write and speak English. Will perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals Must have 2 days of unrestricted availability in the non-peak season one of the days must be the weekend, must have 3 day of unrestricted availability during the peak season one of the days must be the weekend. Will work flexible schedules/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities Availability Requirement: This is a seasonal role The Sesame Place season runs from March 2026 through Labor Day 2026, with onboarding and all required training to be completed prior to the start of the season. Seasonal Ambassadors must have at least 5 days of unrestricted (12 continuous hrs. within operating hours for the area) availability to include both weekend days (Saturday and Sunday) and holidays. You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays Hours may vary, up to 40 hours based on business need If you are a former employee of any of our parks: BE SURE TO SUBMIT YOUR REHIRE REVIEW FORM BY EMAIL TO [email protected] after submitting your application. Once the form is received and approved, a member of the Recruitment team will reach out with next steps. You may download the Rehire Review Form HERE If you are a current ambassador or you have never worked for United Parks & Resorts, you DO NOT need to complete the rehire form. Please only submit an application. Compensation: 16.90 per hour Starting Base Pay: The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as: FREE park admission Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc. Scholarship opportunities Exclusive employee events and giveaways 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.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
Strong communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal abilities
A commitment to great customer service
Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
You will perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat
Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes
Strong written/verbal communication skills; able to read, write and speak English.
Will perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
Must have 2 days of unrestricted availability in the non-peak season one of the days must be the weekend, must have 3 day of unrestricted availability during the peak season one of the days must be the weekend.
Will work flexible schedules/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
This is a seasonal role
The Sesame Place season runs from March 2026 through Labor Day 2026, with onboarding and all required training to be completed prior to the start of the season.
Seasonal Ambassadors must have at least 5 days of unrestricted (12 continuous hrs. within operating hours for the area) availability to include both weekend days (Saturday and Sunday) and holidays.
You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Hours may vary, up to 40 hours based on business need

Responsibilities

Monitor rides, following all safety regulations
Test equipment before opening ride
Ensure guests meet ride admission requirements
Assist in loading and unloading guests from ride
Maintain area cleanliness
Maintain guest safety
Answer guest questions and advise them on show times and park attractions
Maintain a professional appearance
Report unsafe situations
Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests
Perform other duties as assigned