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Carnival Corporation

Specialist, SUS

Miami, FL · Remote

Execute predefined test cases for reservation system applications, including Carnival Navigator, Carnival.com, GoCCL, and supported distribution platforms, using designated testing tools. * Log ...

Carnival Corporation

Specialist, SUS

Miami, FL · Remote

Execute predefined test cases for reservation system applications, including Carnival Navigator, Carnival.com, GoCCL, and supported distribution platforms, using designated testing tools. * Log ...

Shoe Carnival

Store Support Representative

Evansville, IN · On-site

$18/hr

Embark on a career at Shoe Carnival, Inc., where your skills in Linux and Windows environments can shine and help stores nationwide keep running smoothly. This role is your chance to be the tech hero ...

Carnival Corporation

Manager, Strategy

Miami, FL

Lead and oversee projects across cross-functional teams within Carnival Corporation to drive strategic business decisions across multiple brands, including managing special projects and presentations ...

Shoe Carnival

Store Support Representative

Evansville, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Embark on a career at Shoe Carnival, Inc., where your skills in Linux and Windows environments can shine and help stores nationwide keep running smoothly. This role is your chance to be the tech hero ...

Carnival Corporation

Coordinator, Receiving

Miami, FL · Hybrid

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and ...

Carnival Corporation

Analyst, Maritime Data

Miami, FL · Hybrid

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and ...

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How much do carnival jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for carnival in the United States is $52,462.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Carnival Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Carnival Worker, you need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and physical stamina, with most roles requiring only a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with ticketing systems, ride operation controls, and safety protocols is typically necessary. Excellent communication, adaptability, and teamwork help workers manage crowds and create a fun, safe environment. These skills are vital to ensure smooth operations, guest satisfaction, and safety compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges of working as a Carnival Event Coordinator?

As a Carnival Event Coordinator, you are responsible for organizing and overseeing various aspects of carnival operations, including vendor coordination, staff scheduling, safety compliance, and entertainment programming. A common challenge in this role is managing multiple moving parts under tight deadlines while ensuring a seamless experience for attendees. Collaboration with vendors, performers, and local authorities is essential, requiring strong communication and problem-solving skills. Additionally, you may need to address unexpected issues such as weather changes or equipment malfunctions, making adaptability a valuable trait in this position.

What are Carnival workers?

Carnival workers, often referred to as 'carnies,' are individuals employed at traveling carnivals or fairs. They are responsible for setting up and operating rides, games, concessions, and other attractions. Their duties may also include maintenance, safety checks, ticket sales, and customer service. Carnival workers often travel from location to location as part of a team, setting up and breaking down equipment at each stop. This job can be physically demanding and requires flexibility, adaptability, and good communication skills.
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Infographic showing various Carnival job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 44% Full Time, 55% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,462 per year, or $25.2 per hour.
Carnival Sales Lead

Carnival Sales Lead

OC Fair & Event Center

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

$19/hr

Temporary

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Carnival Sales Lead
Rate of Pay: $19.00 per hour
Position Purpose:
Provides leadership and guidance to Carnival Ticket Sellers while carrying out the duties of a Carnival Ticket Seller. This is a seasonal/temporary position not to exceed 122 days.
TO APPLY PLEASE VISIT: www.ocfair.com/jobs
Essential Functions:
  • Instructs Carnival Ticket Sellers in on-the-job duties as directed by the Carnival Sales Fair Staff Supervisor.
  • Coordinates and schedules breaks for Carnival Ticket Sellers.
  • Assists in the training and development of Carnival Ticket Sellers.
  • Walks to and from assigned ticket booths to assist sellers and patrons.
  • Assist sellers with any logistical difficulties (i.e. voids, computer issues, technical difficulties, booth issues etc.)
  • Provides excellent customer service to Fair patrons by, answering questions, providing information and resolving customer issues.
Secondary Functions:
  • May sells carnival game and ride tickets, electronic ticket cards, and wristbands to patrons during the annual OC Fair.
  • Provides accurate change and maintains accurate inventory of all tickets sold and unsold.
  • Processes credit card purchases and reconciles all credit card receipts at the end of each shift.
  • Verifies and counts change for Carnival Ticket Sellers at the end of each shift.
This document in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Qualifications:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Previous experience handling and exchanging money accurately required, along with the ability to balance out at the end of each shift with minimal discrepancies, if any.
  • Previous cash handling and credit card transaction experience required.
  • Ability to respond with patience in difficult interactions with fair patrons
  • Must be able to lead other employees by positive example.
  • Must be familiar with different types of tickets and be able to operate a ticketing system.
  • Must be detail-oriented with the ability to apply basic mathematical skills.
  • Must be available to work all 23 days of the annual OC Fair.
  • Ability to work outside the normal business day/week as demanded by events and programs.
Preferences:
  • Previous leadership experiences a plus.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, and occasionally sit in a confined ticket booth for extended periods of time.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, and must constantly use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Will work in a fast-paced, environment in an indoor and possibly outdoor environment during all types of weather. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Job Description Acknowledgement:
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Will be required to perform other duties as directed, requested or assigned.

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