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Seasonal gate keepers are staff members who are hired temporarily, typically during peak seasons, to monitor and control access at entry points to facilities such as parks, campgrounds, events, or recreational areas. Their responsibilities often include checking tickets or passes, providing information to visitors, ensuring rules are followed, and maintaining security at the gate. These positions are usually available during busy periods, such as summer or holiday seasons, when visitor traffic increases.

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To thrive as a Seasonal Gate Keeper, you need strong attention to detail, basic security knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with access control systems, ticketing technology, or visitor management software is usually required. Excellent customer service, reliability, and conflict resolution skills help you effectively interact with guests and handle challenging situations. These abilities are crucial for maintaining safety, efficient entry processes, and a positive visitor experience during high-traffic seasonal periods.

What is the difference between Seasonal Gate Keeper vs Park Ranger?

AspectSeasonal Gate KeeperPark Ranger
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sometimes basic trainingHigh school diploma; often additional certifications in first aid or law enforcement
Work EnvironmentGate entrances, outdoor parks, seasonal settingsPark grounds, visitor centers, outdoor and administrative areas
Employer & Industry UsagePublic parks, recreation areas, seasonal facilitiesNational, state, or local parks and conservation agencies

Seasonal Gate Keepers primarily control access at park entrances during peak seasons, focusing on visitor check-in and safety. Park Rangers have broader responsibilities, including enforcing regulations, providing visitor assistance, and conservation efforts. While both roles work outdoors in park settings, Park Rangers typically require additional certifications and have more diverse duties.

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Seasonal Gate Keepers often encounter challenges such as managing large crowds, handling difficult visitors, and maintaining order during busy periods. Effective communication, patience, and quick decision-making are crucial for resolving issues and ensuring a smooth entry process. Familiarizing yourself with site policies and collaborating closely with security and event staff can help you manage stressful situations and provide a positive experience for all guests.
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2026 Fright Fest Gate Keepers

2026 Fright Fest Gate Keepers

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

San Antonio, TX

$13.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Six Flags rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 526 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 56 rated theme parks

Job description

Overview:

Fright Fest Gate Keepers

Job Type: Seasonal 

Pay Rate: Starting at $13.50 per hour

Category: Entertainment

Location: Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas

Next In-Person Interview Dates:

  • Sunday, July 12th from 3pm-5pm
  • Friday, July 17th from 7pm-9pm
  • Saturday, August 1st from 4pm-6pm

Do you want to be a part of the Fright Fest Team but maybe scaring guests isn’t your thing? Join our team of seasonal Gate Keepers to work together to deliver exceptional service to our guests while they are waiting for the thrills and chills to begin.


Responsibilities:

Our Gate Keepers provide support to Fright Fest Haunted Houses and Shows by assisting guests in and around the queue lines/ theatres, building and breaking down queue equipment, providing crowd control, and maintaining the flow of the Haunted House or Show by monitoring the queue and venue to proactively ensure compliance with safety standards & restrictions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Working with Haunt Supervisors and Stage Manager to maintain haunt flow, safety, and stopping procedures.
  • Energetically interacting with the guests and relaying information and haunt guidelines to groups of guests prior to their entry into the haunts.
  • Setting up and breaking down stanchions, ropes, and barricades to appropriately configure the length of the queue on a nightly basis.
  • Regulating the queue lines and maintaining efficient through put of assigned Haunted Houses or Shows by efficiently directing and loading and unloading guests.
  • Assisting guests while in a queue line, venue, or show by providing direction, enforcing restrictions, monitoring crowds, performing crowd control duties, and addressing safety concerns.
  • Ensuring safe behavior of guests, Scare-Actors and Entertainers in conjunction with the Entertainment Supervisors and Stage Managers.
  • Providing over-the-top service by engaging the guests and evoking the theme or story-line of the assigned area. Enthusiastically greeting and welcoming guests and engaging in a positive, polite and friendly manner when monitoring the queue area and providing direction or safety instructions.
  • Assisting with the cleaning and sanitation of the queue line and theatre areas both backstage and around the venue.
  • Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established Six Flags Fiesta Texas policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
  •  Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • You must be at least 16 years of age to be hired as a Fright Fest Employee.
  • Must demonstrate ability to perform in a casted role during the audition process.
  • Must be able to work outdoors during evening hours in various weather conditions.
  • Must be available for all rehearsal and performance dates (schedule conflicts must be pre-approved).
  • Must be able to multitask while maintaining a positive attitude to ensure excellent guest service.
  • Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the job duties.
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Audition details: Parking is available in the Employee Parking Lot Address: 17000 I-10, San Antonio, TX 78257 and you can sign in and enter through the Security Station. 

OTHER NOTES:

  • Training for these positions will begin late August. Fright Fest opens on Friday, September 11th and runs every weekend (Friday – Sunday) and a few select weekdays through November 1st. We will be open on Monday, October 12th.
  • For more information or future Audition/ Interview dates, please call the Entertainment Office at (210) 697-5583 or email bgonzalez@sftp.com.

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