Rides & Park Quality Specialist

BIRMINGHAM ZOO INC•Birmingham, AL

3h•$14 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

The Rides and Park Quality Specialist is a dual-role position that involves both operating rides and maintaining the cleanliness and overall appearance of the zoo. Park Quality responsibilities include restroom upkeep, trash collection, and setup/takedown for group sales and special events. Depending on operational needs, you may be assigned to ride operations on some days and park quality tasks on others, as determined by your manager.

Requirements

High School Degree preferred.
Must have a current, valid driver’s license with no prior traffic violations within the last three years. A pre-employment Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check will be conducted, and an annual MVR review is required.

Responsibilities

Always provide excellent customer service to guests and staff.
Completes daily cleaning and basic maintenance checks on all rides and attractions prior to Zoo opening. Reports any problems that would lead to unsafe operations to supervisors.
Documents and maintains all daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and operation checklists for the rides.
Operates the ride/attraction while observing riders and ride to ensure safe operation.
Acquires ride tickets from guests and/or checks wristbands. Records rider numbers daily.
Assists riders on and off ride/attraction as needed, to include wheelchairs if applicable.
Acknowledges guest questions regarding basic zoo information and daily event schedules and answers appropriately. Seeks answer if unknown.
Daily cleans and refreshes Zoo grounds to include parking lot, picnic area and restrooms. Demonstrates proper use of all cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Pulls and picks-up trash daily.
Conducts daily morning preparation of Zoo grounds for opening.
Sets up, as well as takes down props, tables, etc., for various Zoo special events to include outside company rentals, all Zoo fund raising events, weddings, etc.
Other duties as assigned.