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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal dollywood in the United States is $15.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Dollywood vs Amusement Park Ride Operator?

AspectSeasonal DollywoodAmusement Park Ride Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety certification
Work EnvironmentTheme park, seasonal peaks, outdoor ridesAmusement parks, outdoor rides, seasonal or year-round
Industry UsagePrimarily in Dollywood and similar theme parksAcross various amusement parks and fairs

Both roles involve operating rides safely, requiring safety training and certifications. Seasonal Dollywood positions are specific to Dollywood's theme park, focusing on seasonal peaks, while amusement park ride operators work across multiple parks and fairs. The core responsibilities and credentials are similar, but the employer and environment differ.

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Infographic showing various Seasonal Dollywood job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, and 23% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $33,031 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Parking Ambassador - Dollywood Theme Park - Full Time Seasonal

Pigeon Forge, TN • On-site

Dollywood
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 1 - 5K employees

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 58 rated theme parks

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$14 - $16.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

At Dollywood Parks & Resorts, we create memories worth repeating! We are seeking a Parking Ambassador who will embody the heart and soul of our mission of creating memories worth repeating while bringing families closer together while caring deeply about our brand.
We want to work alongside someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. The ideal Parking Ambassador will be equal parts curious learner, innovator, administrator, detail driver, mentor, and motivator.
Parking Ambassadors are responsible for ensuring Dollywood's guests have a seamless and welcoming experience into the parking lots of both Dollywood and Dollywood's Splash Country by directing cars into the appropriate parking lots, validating purchases of premium parking types, maintaining the cleanliness of parking areas, and assisting with the Tram loading process.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to display and live out Lead with Love qualities, strongly rooted in the Dollywood Company culture, by being patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, dedicated and accountable.
Summary of Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Greets Guests and initiates friendly interaction.
  • Provides Guest excellence, which exceeds expectations
  • Effectively uses empowerment to ensure Dollywood's 100% Satisfaction Guarantee policy is implemented
  • Reacts calmly and quickly in stressful/emergency situations
  • Physically assists Guests throughout the area as required
  • Effectively performs in the role of Parking Facilitator to include (but not limited to):
    • Consistently observes areas of responsibility to ensure smooth flow of traffic
    • Maintains a high level of attention to detail, ensuring areas of responsibility are clear of debris, appealing, and professional appearance
    • Assists in the placement of cones, barricades and directional signage throughout the parking lots as designated by PIC's
    • Directs traffic into designated parking lots safely and efficiently by using clear/concise hand signals as outlined in Standard Operating Procedures
  • Completes daily written reports and turn in any necessary paperwork to Parking PIC
  • Maintains a sense of urgency toward area of operation to reduce Guest wait time
  • Assists with other areas in parking as needed/requested by Management
  • Wears and maintains a themed costume issued by Dollywood
  • Operates vehicles/work each position in all weather conditions
  • Performs special projects as directed by Management
  • Attends all required Training Classes and Meetings
  • Complies with safety and security directives, policies and procedures to ensure Hosts/Guests safety at all times
  • Maintains confidentiality at all times
  • Follows all safety standards to include reporting any violation of standards

Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time
Education and Experience Required:
  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Basic computer skills
  • Must have less than three (3) traffic violations on record in the last three (3) years
  • Must not have a DUI conviction in the past 15 years on record
  • Applicants for positions that involve driving Guests or Hosts must pass a post-offer vision test that complies with DOT requirements
  • Ability to safely operate company vehicles according to company policy. Must have valid driver's license, proof of auto liability insurance and acceptable motor vehicle driving record

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Able to project Dollywood's image by being genuinely friendly and caring and by taking pride in their work
  • Must be self-motivated and disciplined
  • Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
  • Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
  • Must display and live out our Lead with Love qualities by being: patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, and dedicated
  • Must be willing to constantly improve
  • Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene
  • Friendly, outgoing, polite, courteous, honest, dependable, mature, positive attitude and good judgment to make sound decisions
  • Must promote and support a "team" work environment by cooperating and helping co-workers
  • Must adapt to changes easily
  • Must tolerate a fast-paced environment
  • Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to take action to meet their needs within company guidelines
  • Must be alert and attentive
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with Guests and Hosts using approved methods of communication
  • Able to smile and make eye contact to make a friendly impression when greeting guests, vendors and other employees
  • Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
  • Able to learn additional ticketing system functions
  • Ability to move about and react quickly in emergency situations
  • Able to maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays
  • Able to operate a fire extinguisher
  • Able to tolerate detergents and chemicals
  • Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities
  • Above average attention to detail and accuracy of information

Physical and Cognitive Requirements
  • Lifting and Carrying: Position may require occasional to frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs. utilizing company's safety guidelines for safe lifting
  • Mobility: Position may require intermittent to prolonged sitting, standing and/or walking for duration of shift, up to 13 hours. Employees may also be required to travel to various areas on property which may include changes in terrain, stairs and uneven surfaces
  • Repetitive Movements: This position may require performing repetitive movements and tasks throughout the shift, including repeated use of hands, arms or other body parts as part of typical job functions
  • Environmental Conditions: This position requires the ability to perform work tasks in varying weather conditions to include extreme cold and heat. Employees may be required to work indoors and outdoors
  • Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: This position requires strong cognitive skills, including the ability to think critically, solve problems, process and retain information, have attention to detail and communicate effectively using approved methods
  • Able to sit, stand or walk for long/short periods of time
  • Able to work in a small, confined area
  • Able to push and/or pull
  • Able to bend at the waist and knees for long periods of time
  • Must have manual dexterity necessary to complete all job duties

The Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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