Ride Operator
Elysburg, PA · On-site
Ride OperatorDepartment:RidesReports To:Rides ManagerStatus: SeasonalAge:16 years or older SUMMARY The primary purpose of a Ride Operator is to ensure the safety of all guests and team members by ...
Ride Operator
Elysburg, PA · On-site
Ride OperatorDepartment:RidesReports To:Rides ManagerStatus: SeasonalAge:16 years or older SUMMARY The primary purpose of a Ride Operator is to ensure the safety of all guests and team members by ...
Ride Operator
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
The Ride Operator will be responsible for providing great guest service by appropriately interacting with all guests and by operating Pacific Park's rides in a safe and responsible manner. The Ride ...
Ride Operator
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
The Ride Operator will be responsible for providing great guest service by appropriately interacting with all guests and by operating Pacific Park's rides in a safe and responsible manner. The Ride ...
Ride Operator
$15.50/hr
Drop into our ride operations team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills come alive! Starting Pay: Ride ...
Ride Operator
$15.50/hr
Drop into our ride operations team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills come alive! Starting Pay: Ride ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
The Ride Operator will be responsible for providing great guest service by appropriately interacting with all guests and by operating Pacific Park's rides in a safe and responsible manner. The Ride ...
Ride Operator
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
The Ride Operator will be responsible for providing great guest service by appropriately interacting with all guests and by operating Pacific Park's rides in a safe and responsible manner. The Ride ...
Ride Operator
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Attendant
Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site
Ride Attendant Position Summary: The Ride Attendant is responsible for providing guests with a fun, clean and safe ride experience. Principal Duties & Responsibilities * Greets and initiates ...
Ride Attendant
Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site
Ride Attendant Position Summary: The Ride Attendant is responsible for providing guests with a fun, clean and safe ride experience. Principal Duties & Responsibilities * Greets and initiates ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 16 years of ...
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 16 years of ...
Ride Operator
Livermore, CA · On-site
$16.90 - $17/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Livermore, CA · On-site
$16.90 - $17/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Queensbury, NY · On-site
$16.36/hr
Ride Operators play a big role in creating a safe, smooth, and exciting experience for every guest who steps into the park. You'll work directly with guests, operate rides, and help make sure ...
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Ride Operator
Queensbury, NY · On-site
$16.36/hr
Ride Operators play a big role in creating a safe, smooth, and exciting experience for every guest who steps into the park. You'll work directly with guests, operate rides, and help make sure ...
Ride Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
Screen riders for ride admission requirements, verbally provide instruction, and provide direction to those who may not be able to ride * Assist in loading and unloading guests from ride * Physically ...
Ride Operator
Orlando, FL · On-site
Screen riders for ride admission requirements, verbally provide instruction, and provide direction to those who may not be able to ride * Assist in loading and unloading guests from ride * Physically ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Riverside, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 16 years of ...
Ride Operator
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 16 years of ...
Ride Operator
Old Bridge, NJ · On-site
$16/hr
Drop into our ride operation team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills happen! Pay rate: $16.00/Hour ...
Ride Operator
Old Bridge, NJ · On-site
$16/hr
Drop into our ride operation team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills happen! Pay rate: $16.00/Hour ...
Drop into our ride operation team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills happen! Pay rate: $16.00/Hour ...
Drop into our ride operation team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills happen! Pay rate: $16.00/Hour ...
Ride Operator
Jackson, NJ · On-site
$16/hr
Drop into our ride operation team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills happen! Pay rate: $16.00/Hour ...
Ride Operator
Jackson, NJ · On-site
$16/hr
Drop into our ride operation team and twist your way to success. Whether you're launching coasters or safely loading them, you'll be the one to make the thrills happen! Pay rate: $16.00/Hour ...
Ride Operator
Vista, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
Ride Operator
Vista, CA · On-site
$16.90/hr
Join us as a Ride Operator and become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start making your own luck today! Applicants must be at least 18 years of ...
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$7.93 - $8.81
2% of jobs
$8.81 - $9.68
2% of jobs
$9.68 - $10.56
10% of jobs
$11.23 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$10.56 - $11.43
14% of jobs
$11.43 - $12.30
14% of jobs
The median wage is $12.80 / hr.
$12.30 - $13.18
15% of jobs
$13.18 - $14.05
11% of jobs
$14.93 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$14.05 - $14.93
7% of jobs
$14.93 - $15.80
7% of jobs
$15.80 - $16.67
7% of jobs
$16.67 - $17.55
10% of jobs
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How much do ride jobs jobs pay per hour?
As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for ride jobs in the United States is $13.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.30 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Job description
Description
Job Title:Ride OperatorDepartment:RidesReports To:Rides ManagerStatus: SeasonalAge:16 years or older
SUMMARY
The primary purpose of a Ride Operator is to ensure the safety of all guests and team members by following standard operating procedures for rides, monitoring behaviors in the ride area to prevent unsafe activities, and by enforcing rider regulations in a positive manner. This is a seasonal position, reporting to the Rides Manager.
Park's operational summer hours are typically Sunday through Tuesday 12pm to 8pm and Wednesday through Saturday 12pm to 9pm. During the parks season, evening and weekend hours are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
KEY COMPETENCIES
This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.
Job Title:Ride OperatorDepartment:RidesReports To:Rides ManagerStatus: SeasonalAge:16 years or older
SUMMARY
The primary purpose of a Ride Operator is to ensure the safety of all guests and team members by following standard operating procedures for rides, monitoring behaviors in the ride area to prevent unsafe activities, and by enforcing rider regulations in a positive manner. This is a seasonal position, reporting to the Rides Manager.
Park's operational summer hours are typically Sunday through Tuesday 12pm to 8pm and Wednesday through Saturday 12pm to 9pm. During the parks season, evening and weekend hours are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Verify that the daily ride inspection sheet is completed and signed before opening ride
- Prepare ride area for opening and closing each day, may include test runs of the ride
- Check and enforce all ride height regulations
- Collect correct amount of ride tickets from guests and put in canister or check for accurate all-day wristband
- Follow standard operating procedure for ride to operate ride in a safe manner, including loading and unloading guests
- Closely observe ride and riders to ensure safe operation including checking ride safety restraints
- Report problems to supervisor immediately, such as situations relating to facility operations, patron complaints or concerns, accidents, emergency situations, damages, and potential safety hazards
- Respond appropriately to emergency situations
- Ride operator must remain cell phone and smart device free at all times inside ride area
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Candidate should possess strong communication skills, high degree of integrity, positive attitude, attention to detail and the ability to solve problems
- Position will require candidate to frequent walk, stand, and bend over to check safety restraints
- Position will require the candidate to be working in an outdoor environment around high noise levels
- Candidate should have the ability to learn and apply ticket handling procedures
- Candidate should have the ability to build strong relationships with guests, provide a high level of guest service, and be an effective member of a team
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong customer service skills, both internal and external
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Exceptional communication skills while relating to people in a friendly, professional manner
- Self-motivated; acts without needing directions
- Perform cleaning duties as needed to maintain a clean, safe work environment, including seats, cars/trains, ride platform, and guest line area. This may include sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, polishing, power washing, vacuuming, waxing, and picking up trash.
This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.