Kennywood - Rides Lead

Splish Splash Water Park • West Mifflin, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Kennywood is seeking a Rides Lead to assist in the supervision of the rides team members throughout the amusement park. This position directly supports the Rides Manager with the efficient operation of the department, ensuring a positive guest experience. The role requires strong leadership skills to coach and train Ride Operators and Attendants, conduct daily audits to ensure safety and operating policies are followed, and backfill positions as needed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws.
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to comply with all uniform policies.
• Must possess safety-oriented mindset and understand the importance of complying with all Federal, State, and local regulations regarding ride operation.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions.
• Must be guest-focused and also work well with other team members and supervisors.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, or squat for long periods of time.
• Ability to reach above shoulders throughout the workday.
• Ability to remain on feet for majority of the workday.
• Ability to climb or descend stairs for some coasters, rides, and attractions.
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more.
• Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away.
• 1+ season of work experience in the Rides Department is required.
• Previous ride operation experience from other Amusement/Theme Park employers will also be considered.
• Successful completion of the International Ride Operator Certification (iROC) course is required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily supervision of the Rides team and any other assigned departments.
• Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Kennywood’s core values.
• Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members.
• Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all rides positions and backfill these positions when needed.
• Participate in new-hire orientation and training activities for all assigned employees.
• Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with Pennsylvania law.
• Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities.
• Ensure a smooth and continuous operation of all assigned rides and attractions.
• Provide direct support to other rides team members by making rounds throughout the park to check on their needs.
• Provide coverage so that team members may take bathroom breaks.
• Maintain a vast knowledge of all rides in the park and can jump in to assist or operate, when necessary.
• Oversee guest feedback and escalate complaints or issues to the proper authorities, when appropriate.
• Enforce Park policies, ride restrictions and ride recommendations.
• Ensure safe operation of the ride by always adhering to standard operating procedures and established trainings.
• Report rides-related issues and failures to Park Leadership and Maintenance teams in a prompt manner.
• Maintain constant vigilance to proactively identify potential hazards and inform park leadership of any concerns.
• Protect guest belongings, turn in lost and found items as soon as time allows.
• Promptly notify the security team or the park operator of team member and guest injuries or emergencies.
• Perform other duties assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Kennywood and other parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed